Bank Of America
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bank Of America'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Bank Of America's score of 45 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bank Of America's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bank of America reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The total emissions for Scope 1 were approximately 68,050,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to about 17,736,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 610,013,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The bank's Scope 3 emissions included substantial contributions from capital goods (48,570,000 kg CO2e), business travel (92,818,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (35,597,000 kg CO2e), among others. Bank of America has committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its financing activities, operations, and supply chain by 2050. This commitment aligns with their support for the Paris Climate Agreement and reflects a long-term strategy to mitigate climate impact. The bank's emissions data and reduction initiatives demonstrate a proactive approach to environmental sustainability, aiming to significantly reduce its carbon footprint in the coming decades.
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| 2010 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 106,870,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,644,068,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,650,834,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Bank Of America is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
