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Australian Prudential Regulation Authority Sustainability Profile

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The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is a key regulatory body headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1998, APRA oversees the financial services industry, ensuring the stability and safety of banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and superannuation funds across the nation. With a focus on prudential regulation, APRA's core services include risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and the enforcement of financial standards. Its unique approach combines rigorous oversight with a commitment to fostering a resilient financial system. Recognised for its pivotal role in maintaining financial stability, APRA has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of the Basel III framework in Australia. As a leading authority in the financial sector, APRA continues to uphold its reputation for excellence in regulatory practices, contributing to the overall health of the Australian economy.

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How does Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's score of 14 is lower than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,012,638 kg CO2e. This figure includes 662,681 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which primarily arise from purchased electricity, and 349,957 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, encompassing indirect emissions such as business travel and employee commuting. Notably, APRA did not report any Scope 1 emissions. Despite the significant total emissions, APRA has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction strategies indicates a need for further development in their climate action framework. APRA's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, ensuring that the reported figures are solely reflective of its own operations. As the regulatory body for Australia's financial services, APRA's commitment to addressing climate change remains crucial in the context of the broader industry landscape.

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2023
Scope 1
-
Scope 2
639,058
Scope 3
426,046

How Carbon Intensive is Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's primary industry is Public Administration, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Australian Prudential Regulation Authority is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Business Travel
62%
Upstream Leased Assets
24%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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