Bank Australia, headquartered in Australia, is a customer-owned bank that has been serving the community since its establishment in 1957. With a strong presence across major operational regions, including Victoria and New South Wales, the bank focuses on providing ethical banking solutions that prioritise social and environmental responsibility. Specialising in personal banking, home loans, and business banking, Bank Australia distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and community investment. The bank's unique approach includes financing projects that align with positive environmental outcomes, setting it apart in the competitive banking industry. Recognised for its customer-centric model, Bank Australia has achieved notable milestones, including being named a leader in responsible banking practices. With a growing customer base, it continues to strengthen its market position as a trusted alternative to traditional banks.
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Bank Australia's score of 50 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Bank Australia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,494,800 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 78,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 531,900 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 3,416,900 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 2,618,700 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 78,300 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 681,600 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 2,540,400 kg CO2e. Bank Australia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 16% below 2017 levels by 2025. This target is part of a broader strategy to align with the 1.5°C climate goal, covering 82% of its total investment and lending activities as of 2021. Additionally, the bank is developing a climate action plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The bank's emissions data is sourced directly from Bank Australia Limited, with no data cascaded from a parent or related organization. The commitment to sustainability is evident in their ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce their carbon footprint while supporting climate action initiatives.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 70,200 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 319,700 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Bank Australia is participating in some 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.