Bank of America Corporation, commonly referred to as Bank of America, is a leading financial institution headquartered in the United States. Established in 1904, the bank has evolved into a global powerhouse, primarily serving clients across North America, Europe, and Asia. Operating within the banking and financial services industry, Bank of America offers a diverse range of products, including personal banking, investment services, and wealth management. Renowned for its innovative digital banking solutions, Bank of America stands out with its user-friendly mobile app and extensive ATM network. The bank has consistently maintained a strong market position, being one of the largest banks in the US by assets. With a commitment to sustainability and community development, Bank of America has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner.
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In 2023, Bank of America reported significant carbon emissions, with total Scope 1 emissions amounting to approximately 63,978,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 510,311,000 kg CO2e in the US. This brings their total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 to around 574,289,000 kg CO2e. The bank has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 75% reduction in location-based emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2, based on a 2010 baseline. As of 2022, they achieved a 61% reduction in these emissions globally since 2010. Bank of America has also pledged to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its financing activities, operations, and supply chain before 2050. This commitment aligns with their goal to procure all electricity from renewable sources and to reduce emissions associated with financing activities in sectors such as auto manufacturing and energy by 2030. The bank's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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2010 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 106,870,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,644,068,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,450,834,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Bank Of America 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.