The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation, commonly known as BNY Mellon, is a leading global investments company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1784, it has established itself as a key player in the financial services industry, with a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. BNY Mellon specialises in asset management and securities services, offering a diverse range of core products such as investment management, custody, and treasury services. Its unique approach combines innovative technology with deep industry expertise, positioning the bank as a trusted partner for institutional investors and corporations alike. With a rich history and notable achievements, BNY Mellon continues to be recognised for its commitment to excellence and leadership in the financial sector.
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In 2023, Bank of New York Mellon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 142,914,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 7,147,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 96,117,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and significant contributions from Scope 3, particularly in business travel. The bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target reflects a strategic approach to significantly lower their greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with industry standards for climate action. In previous years, emissions data showed fluctuations, with total emissions of 97,104,000 kg CO2e in 2021, 94,371,000 kg CO2e in 2022, and 116,149,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The bank's ongoing efforts include a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 20% by 2025. Overall, Bank of New York Mellon is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices, demonstrating a commitment to addressing climate change within the financial sector.
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2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 5,919,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 107,972,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 2,259,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Bank Of New York Mellon 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.