Bank Central Asia (BCA) is a leading financial institution headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. Established in 1957, BCA has grown to become one of the largest private banks in the country, with a strong presence in major urban regions across Indonesia. The bank operates primarily in the banking industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including retail banking, corporate banking, and treasury services. BCA is renowned for its innovative digital banking solutions, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, the bank has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced mobile banking applications. As a market leader, BCA consistently ranks among the top banks in Indonesia, recognised for its robust financial performance and customer-centric approach.
How does Bank Central Asia'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.
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Bank Central Asia's score of 51 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Bank Central Asia (BCA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 349.7 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4.7 million kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion and fugitive emissions, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 139.9 million kg CO2e from purchased electricity, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 205.2 million kg CO2e, which encompasses categories such as capital goods and business travel. BCA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2060, aligning with government targets. The bank plans to reduce its operational emissions by 30% from a 2021 baseline by 2030, with specific targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives are part of a broader Climate Strategy developed to enhance decarbonisation efforts and climate resilience. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, PT Bank Central Asia Tbk, reflecting the bank's commitment to transparency and accountability in its environmental impact.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,845,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Bank Central Asia's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 22% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 59% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 39% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Bank Central Asia has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

