Public Profile

Blkb

Blkb, officially known as Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Liestal, Switzerland (CH). Established in 1850, Blkb has evolved into a key player in the Swiss banking sector, primarily serving the Basel-Landschaft region and beyond. The bank offers a comprehensive range of services, including retail banking, corporate financing, and wealth management, distinguished by its commitment to customer-centric solutions and innovative digital banking platforms. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and community engagement, Blkb has garnered a reputation for its responsible banking practices. The institution has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its robust financial performance and customer satisfaction. As a trusted partner in the financial landscape, Blkb continues to uphold its legacy while adapting to the evolving needs of its clientele.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Blkb'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.

23

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Blkb's score of 23 is lower than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Blkb's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Blkb reported total carbon emissions of approximately 596,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from about 791,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This represents a decrease of approximately 25% year-on-year. The emissions data for 2023 is not yet available, but the company has indicated a focus on reducing its indirect emissions, with an intensity of about 276 kg CO2e per employee. Blkb's emissions reporting primarily encompasses Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with specific figures for indirect emissions intensity. However, there are no disclosed targets for reduction initiatives or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) at this time. The bank's climate strategy appears to be evolving, with a commitment to improving sustainability practices, although specific reduction targets have not been established. Overall, Blkb is making strides in reducing its carbon footprint, reflecting a growing commitment to climate responsibility within the banking sector in Switzerland.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Blkb'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. Blkb 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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Blkb 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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