Public Profile

Banco de Costa Rica

Banco de Costa Rica, commonly referred to as BCR, is a leading financial institution headquartered in San José, Costa Rica. Established in 1877, it has played a pivotal role in the country's banking sector, offering a wide range of services across various regions, including personal banking, corporate finance, and investment solutions. With a strong focus on innovation, Banco de Costa Rica provides unique products such as digital banking services and tailored financial solutions that cater to both individual and business needs. The bank is renowned for its commitment to customer service and community development, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the financial landscape. Over the years, BCR has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its status as a key player in the Costa Rican banking industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Banco de Costa Rica'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Banco de Costa Rica's score of 26 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Banco de Costa Rica's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Banco de Costa Rica reported carbon emissions of approximately 154,420 kg CO2e per employee. The bank has not disclosed specific emissions data for Scope 1, 2, or 3, nor has it set formal reduction targets or climate pledges. However, it has provided emissions factors for various commodities, including 2,050 kg CO2e per tonne of steel, 481,116 kg CO2e per tonne of cement, 403,401 kg CO2e per tonne of plastics, and 291,751 kg CO2e per tonne of food. While the bank's current climate commitments and reduction initiatives are not specified, it is essential for financial institutions like Banco de Costa Rica to engage in sustainable practices and contribute to broader climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Banco de Costa Rica's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Banco de Costa Rica is headquartered in CR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Banco de Costa Rica is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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