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 30 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, the Bank of Japan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,191,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 3,123,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 31,083,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2022, the bank's total emissions were about 34,779,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3,215,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 30,279,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, the Bank of Japan has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the Bank of Japan independently reports its emissions. The bank's emissions data reflects its operational impact and highlights the importance of transparency in climate commitments within the financial sector.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,818,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 35,168,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.