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Bank Of Queensland

Bank of Queensland Limited (BOQ) is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Brisbane, Australia. Established in 1874, BOQ has evolved into a key player in the Australian banking sector, primarily serving the retail and commercial banking markets across Queensland and other major regions. With a diverse range of core products and services, including personal loans, home loans, and business banking solutions, BOQ distinguishes itself through its customer-centric approach and innovative offerings. The bank's unique franchise model empowers local branches, fostering strong community ties and personalised service. Recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction, BOQ has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth in its market position and a strong reputation for reliability. As a trusted name in the banking industry, Bank of Queensland continues to adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving financial landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bank Of Queensland'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.

48

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Bank Of Queensland's score of 48 is higher than 97% 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 Queensland's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Bank of Queensland (BOQ) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,201,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 359,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 803,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 28,999,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass areas such as capital goods, business travel, employee commute, and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, BOQ's total emissions were about 38,045,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 7,844,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. The bank's emissions profile shows a consistent focus on managing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3, which represents the majority of its emissions. Despite these reductions, BOQ 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 reflects its ongoing efforts to monitor and report on its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for transparency in climate commitments.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
252,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
5,007,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
36,944,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bank Of Queensland'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Bank Of Queensland is headquartered in AU, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Bank Of Queensland is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

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

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