Bancoldex, officially known as Banco de Comercio Exterior de Colombia S.A., is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia. Established in 1991, Bancoldex plays a vital role in the Colombian economy, focusing on promoting international trade and supporting the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The bank offers a range of unique financial products and services, including export financing, working capital loans, and investment support, tailored specifically for businesses looking to expand their market reach. With a strong commitment to fostering economic development, Bancoldex has positioned itself as a leader in the development banking sector, achieving significant milestones in enhancing access to finance for Colombian exporters. Its strategic initiatives and innovative solutions have solidified its reputation as a key player in the industry.
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In 2023, Bancoldex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 433,420 kg CO2e. This figure includes 44,180 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 112,580 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 276,670 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 474,320 kg CO2e, this marks a reduction of approximately 40,900 kg CO2e. Bancoldex's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with a peak of about 1,076,170 kg CO2e in 2015. The organisation has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, their commitment to sustainability is evident through their ongoing emissions reporting and transparency. Overall, Bancoldex's emissions data reflects a commitment to monitoring and potentially reducing their carbon footprint, although specific reduction strategies or targets have not been outlined.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 49,660 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | 138,690 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 820,670 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Bancoldex 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.