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Bank Of East Asia Sustainability Profile

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The Bank of East Asia (BEA), a prominent financial institution headquartered in Hong Kong, has been a cornerstone of the banking industry since its establishment in 1918. With a strong presence in major operational regions including Mainland China, the United Kingdom, and the United States, BEA offers a diverse range of services tailored to meet the needs of both personal and corporate clients. Specialising in retail banking, commercial banking, and wealth management, BEA distinguishes itself through innovative financial solutions and a commitment to customer service. Over the years, the bank has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as one of Hong Kong's largest independent banks. With a focus on sustainable growth and digital transformation, the Bank of East Asia continues to adapt to the evolving financial landscape, ensuring it remains a trusted partner for its clients.

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How does Bank Of East 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.

47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

Bank Of East Asia's score of 47 is higher than 68% 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 Of East Asia's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, the Bank of East Asia (BEA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,088,000 kg CO2e from its operations in Hong Kong, comprising 944,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 10,144,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a significant reduction of 31% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the baseline year of 2019, achieved through various carbon reduction initiatives. Globally, BEA's emissions for the same year totalled about 21,237,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,254,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 18,984,000 kg CO2e. The bank has set ambitious targets, aiming for a 39% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, relative to the 2019 baseline. Furthermore, BEA is committed to achieving net zero operational emissions by 2030, aligning its climate strategy with science-based pathways. The emissions data is sourced directly from The Bank of East Asia, Limited, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. BEA's ongoing efforts reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action within the banking sector.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
361,060
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Scope 2
13,947,210
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00,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Bank Of East Asia's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bank Of East Asia's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Bank Of East Asia's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Bank Of East Asia is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Bank Of East Asia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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 Of East 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

Compare Bank Of East Asia's Emissions with Industry Peers

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GB
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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated about 8 hours ago

American Express

US
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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated 2 days ago

Wells Fargo

US
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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated 4 days ago

Anz Bank

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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated 9 days ago

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