Bank Of Japan
The Bank of Japan (BOJ), Japan's central bank, is headquartered in Tokyo, JP. Established in 1882, it plays a pivotal role in the nation's financial system, overseeing monetary policy, currency issuance, and financial stability. The BOJ is renowned for its innovative approaches, including quantitative easing, which have significantly influenced both domestic and global markets. As a key player in the financial industry, the Bank of Japan focuses on maintaining price stability and fostering economic growth. Its core services include managing interest rates, conducting market operations, and providing financial services to the government. The BOJ's unique position as a central bank allows it to implement policies that directly impact Japan's economy, making it a crucial institution in the global financial landscape.
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Bank Of Japan's score of 38 is higher than 87% 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 Japan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,717,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,923,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,952,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 30,717,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions rising from 3,215,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and Scope 2 emissions increasing from 4,386,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the BOJ's total emissions were about 30,279,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,215,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 4,386,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a gradual increase in emissions over the years, with 2021 reporting 26,683,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions alone. Despite the increase in emissions, the BOJ has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The bank's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential future commitments to align with global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,331,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 34,246,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 38,986,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Bank Of Japan 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.
