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updated 25 days ago

BBK

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BBK, or Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Bahrain (BH). Established in 1971, BBK has grown to become a leading player in the banking sector, offering a comprehensive range of services including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment solutions. With a strong presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, BBK is renowned for its innovative financial products and customer-centric approach. The bank's commitment to excellence is reflected in its numerous accolades and a robust market position, making it a trusted choice for individuals and businesses alike. BBK's unique offerings, such as tailored financial solutions and advanced digital banking services, set it apart in a competitive landscape. As it continues to evolve, BBK remains dedicated to fostering economic growth and enhancing customer experiences across its operational regions.

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25

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

BBK's score of 25 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

45%

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BBK's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, BBK reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,853,910 kg CO2e, comprising 4,916,420 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,656,320 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,116,170 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions include mobile combustion (910 kg CO2e), fugitive emissions (142,990 kg CO2e), and stationary combustion (20 kg CO2e). Scope 3 emissions are primarily attributed to business travel (148,660 kg CO2e), employee commuting (794,560 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (172,950 kg CO2e). BBK has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, starting from 2024. This target reflects the bank's commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The initiatives to achieve this reduction are detailed in their sustainability report. BBK's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the reported figures are specific to BBK's operations. The bank's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint demonstrates its dedication to addressing climate change and promoting environmental responsibility.

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2024
Scope 1
4,916,420
Scope 2
3,656,320
Scope 3
1,116,170

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BBK'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. This request for BBK is in BH, which has a high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

BBK 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.

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

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