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Bandhan Bank

Bandhan Bank Limited, headquartered in Kolkata, India, is a prominent player in the Indian banking sector, primarily focusing on microfinance and retail banking. Established in 2015, the bank has rapidly expanded its footprint across various regions, serving millions of customers with a commitment to financial inclusion. The bank offers a diverse range of products and services, including savings accounts, loans, and insurance, tailored to meet the needs of underserved populations. Bandhan Bank's unique approach combines traditional banking with innovative microfinance solutions, setting it apart in the competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Bandhan Bank has achieved significant milestones, including rapid growth in customer base and assets under management. Its dedication to empowering individuals and small businesses has earned it recognition as a leader in the microfinance industry in India.

DitchCarbon Score

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24

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Bandhan Bank's score of 24 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bandhan Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Bandhan Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,201,540 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and 1,180 kg CO2e from Scope 1, totalling about 1,202,720 kg CO2e. In 2023, the bank's emissions were approximately 1,284,250 kg CO2e for Scope 2 and 470 kg CO2e for Scope 1, resulting in a total of about 1,284,720 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw emissions of approximately 1,134,020 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and 130 kg CO2e from Scope 1, leading to a total of about 1,134,150 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Bandhan Bank has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. As the bank continues to grow, addressing its carbon footprint will be crucial for aligning with global climate goals and enhancing its environmental responsibility.

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202220232024
Scope 1
130
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0,000
Scope 2
1,134,020
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bandhan Bank'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Bandhan Bank is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bandhan Bank 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.

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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