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 2025, Axis Bank reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 128,997,620 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 41,566,900 kg CO2e. The bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050, with specific near-term targets to reduce exposure in carbon-intensive sectors such as coal, thermal power, shipping, and aviation by 2026. For the previous year, 2024, Axis Bank's emissions included approximately 149,684,740 kg CO2e in Scope 2 and about 39,888,280 kg CO2e in Scope 3. The bank has also implemented initiatives that resulted in the saving of approximately 3,250 kg CO2e in 2023 through energy efficiency measures in 600 branches. In alignment with India's climate ambitions, Axis Bank has set a target to reduce emission intensity per full-time employee by 3.5% by the end of fiscal 2027, using fiscal 2023 as the baseline. This commitment reflects the bank's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint and contributing to global sustainability efforts.
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2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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Scope 1 | 13,478,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 10,427,000 | - | - | - | 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.