Bank Australia
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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Industry Benchmark
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.
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Bank Australia's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bank Australia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,494,800 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 78,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion (62,700 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (15,300 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions accounted for approximately 531,900 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher at about 3,416,900 kg CO2e, with major contributions from purchased goods and services (1,938,900 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (720,800 kg CO2e). In 2023, the bank's total emissions were approximately 2,618,700 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 78,300 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 681,600 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 2,540,400 kg CO2e. Bank Australia has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 16% below 2017 levels by 2025. This commitment is part of a broader climate action plan that seeks to establish a pathway towards becoming a net-zero emissions bank by 2050. The bank's portfolio targets cover 82% of its total investment and lending activities, aligning with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Bank Australia is actively working to reduce its carbon footprint and enhance its sustainability practices, reflecting its commitment to addressing climate change within the financial sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
