Blkb
Blkb, officially known as Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 1850, the bank has evolved to serve a diverse clientele across the Basel-Landschaft region and beyond, offering a comprehensive range of banking services. Specialising in retail banking, corporate finance, and wealth management, Blkb distinguishes itself through its commitment to customer-centric solutions and innovative financial products. The bank has achieved significant milestones, including a strong market position within the Swiss banking sector, recognised for its stability and reliability. With a focus on sustainable banking practices, Blkb continues to enhance its service offerings, ensuring that clients receive tailored financial advice and support. Its dedication to community engagement and regional development further solidifies its reputation as a trusted partner in the financial landscape.
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Blkb's score of 62 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Blkb's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Blkb (Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank), headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 573 tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 178 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 119 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 276 tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily stem from purchased goods and services. Over the years, Blkb has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2022, the bank's total emissions were about 737 tonnes CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions in 2023. The bank's emissions have generally decreased from 2014, when they reported 2,245 tonnes CO2e across all scopes, with significant reductions noted in subsequent years. Despite these reductions, Blkb has not set specific reduction targets under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Their CDP scores have varied, with recent assessments indicating a need for improvement in their climate strategy. Blkb's ongoing efforts reflect a broader industry trend towards sustainability, as financial institutions increasingly recognise the importance of addressing climate change and its impacts.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,245 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | - | 000 | 000 | 000 |
| Scope 2 | 434 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | 486 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | 000 | - | 000 | 000 | 000 |
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Blkb is committed to some 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.
