Bank Of England
The Bank of England, often referred to simply as the BoE, is the central bank of the United Kingdom, headquartered in London, GB. Established in 1694, it plays a pivotal role in the UK’s financial system, overseeing monetary policy, issuing banknotes, and maintaining financial stability. The Bank's core services include setting interest rates, managing inflation, and regulating the banking sector, which are essential for fostering economic growth. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, such as the introduction of the inflation targeting framework in the 1990s, the Bank of England has solidified its position as a leading authority in the global financial landscape. Its unique approach to monetary policy and commitment to transparency have earned it a reputation for reliability and trustworthiness, making it a cornerstone of the UK economy.
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Bank Of England's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, the Bank of England reported total carbon emissions of approximately 78,919,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 3, with Scope 1 emissions amounting to about 2,186,000 kg CO2e, derived from mobile combustion (28,000 kg CO2e), fugitive emissions (186,000 kg CO2e), and stationary combustion (2,143,000 kg CO2e). Notably, the Bank did not report any Scope 2 emissions, as it did not purchase electricity during this period. Scope 3 emissions were significant, totalling about 76,733,000 kg CO2e, with major contributions from capital goods (10,703,000 kg CO2e), business travel (3,874,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (3,234,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, the Bank's total emissions were approximately 99,291,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of about 20% in total emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2023 shows Scope 1 emissions at about 2,229,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 96,062,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, the Bank of England has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, nor does it have any initiatives reported under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the Bank independently reports its carbon footprint. Overall, the Bank of England's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions is evident through its year-on-year reductions, although further initiatives and targets would enhance its climate strategy.
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Bank Of England 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.
