Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited, commonly referred to as Bendigo Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Bendigo, Australia. Established in 1858, the bank has evolved into one of the largest regional banks in the country, serving diverse communities across Australia. Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, Bendigo Bank offers a wide range of products, including personal and business banking, wealth management, and insurance services. What sets them apart is their commitment to community engagement and sustainable banking practices, fostering local development through their unique community banking model. With a strong market position, Bendigo Bank has received numerous accolades for its customer service and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner. The bank continues to focus on delivering tailored solutions that meet the needs of its customers while contributing positively to society.
How does Bendigo And Adelaide Bank'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.
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Bendigo And Adelaide Bank's score of 51 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,032,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,390,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 5,012,000 kg CO2e. The bank has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, having set long-term net-zero targets across all scopes by 2050. The bank's emissions have shown a downward trend over recent years, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 31,529,510 kg CO2e in 2021 to 27,430,200 kg CO2e in 2022. This reflects a proactive approach to sustainability and climate action. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank's climate commitments include portfolio targets that cover about 71% of its total investment and lending activities, as of FY2020. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aim to ensure that the bank's operations contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has established a framework for ongoing climate action, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability in the financial sector.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,483,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 11,036,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 22,012,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
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