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Bank Pekao

Bank Pekao S.A., commonly referred to as Pekao, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Poland (PL). Established in 1929, the bank has a rich history and has evolved into one of the largest banks in the country, with a strong presence in major urban regions. Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, Bank Pekao offers a diverse range of products, including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment services. Its unique approach combines innovative digital solutions with personalised customer service, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to sustainability and community development, Bank Pekao has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its robust financial performance and customer satisfaction. As a key player in the Polish banking sector, it continues to shape the financial landscape with its comprehensive offerings and strategic initiatives.

DitchCarbon Score

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12

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Bank Pekao's score of 12 is higher than 76% 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 Pekao's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Bank Pekao reported total carbon emissions of approximately 45,128,000 kg CO2e, comprising 8,121,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 36,332,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The bank's Scope 3 emissions, primarily from employee commuting, were about 547,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the bank's total emissions were around 72,257,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions over the year. The Scope 1 emissions increased slightly from 8,797,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions saw a notable decrease from 64,153,000 kg CO2e. Bank Pekao has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the bank's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. Overall, Bank Pekao's emissions data highlights a trend towards reduced carbon output, aligning with broader industry efforts to mitigate climate change.

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Scope 1
6,798,000
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Scope 2
59,026,000
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Scope 3
630,700
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bank Pekao'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 Pekao is headquartered in PL, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bank Pekao 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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