Banner Bank, officially known as Banner Corporation, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in the United States. Established in 1890, the bank has grown significantly, serving key regions across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. As a member of the banking industry, Banner Bank focuses on providing a comprehensive range of services, including personal and business banking, mortgage lending, and wealth management. What sets Banner Bank apart is its commitment to community engagement and customer service, fostering long-term relationships with clients. The bank has achieved notable milestones, including consistent recognition for its financial strength and stability. With a strong market position, Banner Bank continues to innovate and adapt, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining a focus on local communities.
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In 2024, Banner Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,520,550 kg CO2e, comprising 1,190,150 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,363,350 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 939,060 kg CO2e from Scope 3, specifically from business travel. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 4,639,080 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,254,400 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) at 3,384,680 kg CO2e. Banner Bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, with initiatives starting in 2023. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Overall, Banner Bank's focus on achieving net zero emissions by 2030 demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship within the financial services sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,416,560 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,355,020 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | - | 000,000 |
Banner Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 0% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 17% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Banner Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
