Axis Bank, officially known as Axis Bank Limited, is a prominent player in the Indian banking sector, headquartered in Mumbai, India. Established in 1993, the bank has grown to become one of the largest private sector banks in the country, with a significant presence across major operational regions including metropolitan cities and rural areas. Specialising in a wide array of financial services, Axis Bank offers products such as retail banking, corporate banking, and wealth management. Its commitment to innovation is evident in its digital banking solutions, which enhance customer experience and accessibility. Notable achievements include being recognised for its robust risk management practices and customer-centric approach, solidifying its position as a trusted financial institution in India.
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In 2023, Axis Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 94,395,550 kg CO2e, comprising 9,439,550 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 201,192,570 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 54,745,690 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from employee commuting and waste generated in operations. For the previous year, 2022, the bank's emissions were about 117,173,400 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 163,552,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 46,482,910 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This indicates a notable increase in emissions across all scopes in 2023. Axis Bank has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. However, the bank continues to report its emissions data, which is essential for tracking progress and identifying areas for improvement in its sustainability efforts. Overall, Axis Bank's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and the need for strategic initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 8,790 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 134,750 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 7,763,740 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Axisbank is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.