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Berner Kantonalbank

Berner Kantonalbank, commonly referred to as BEKB, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Bern, Switzerland (CH). Established in 1834, it has played a vital role in the region's banking landscape, serving both private and corporate clients across the Canton of Bern and beyond. As a leading cantonal bank, BEKB operates primarily in the banking and financial services industry, offering a diverse range of products including personal banking, mortgages, and investment services. Its commitment to customer-centric solutions and local expertise sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Berner Kantonalbank has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainable banking practices and community engagement initiatives. This dedication to both innovation and tradition solidifies its reputation as a trusted financial partner in Switzerland.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Berner Kantonalbank'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.

43

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Berner Kantonalbank's score of 43 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Berner Kantonalbank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Berner Kantonalbank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 668,000 kg CO2e, comprising 61,528,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 44,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 607,159,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 108,113,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions remained relatively stable. The bank has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it is essential to note that the absence of defined reduction targets may indicate a need for further development in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Berner Kantonalbank's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the bank's value chain, underscoring the importance of addressing these in future climate action plans.

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Scope 1
108,113,000
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Scope 2
46,000
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Scope 3
645,288,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Berner Kantonalbank'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.

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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. Berner Kantonalbank is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Berner Kantonalbank 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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