Chiba Bank Sustainability Profile
Chiba Bank, officially known as Chiba Bank, Ltd., is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Chiba, Japan. Established in 1920, the bank has grown to become a key player in the Japanese banking sector, primarily serving the Kanto region, including Tokyo and its surrounding areas. Specialising in retail and corporate banking, Chiba Bank offers a diverse range of services, including personal loans, business financing, and investment products. Its commitment to customer service and innovative financial solutions sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Chiba Bank has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its digital banking services, which enhance customer accessibility and convenience. As a trusted financial partner, Chiba Bank continues to play a vital role in supporting local economies and businesses.
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Chiba Bank's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Chiba Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,608,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 684,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 4,924,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The bank also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to approximately 12,622,906,000 kg CO2e from investments, alongside other categories such as purchased goods and services (9,634,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (559,000 kg CO2e). Chiba Bank has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 70% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by fiscal 2030, using 2013 levels as a baseline. This commitment reflects the bank's ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and reduce electricity consumption across its operations. In 2022, the bank's total emissions were approximately 6,596,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions from the previous year. The bank's proactive approach to climate commitments is evident in its detailed reporting and transparency regarding emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,049,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,131,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Chiba Bank's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Chiba Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 99% last year and decreased by approximately 3% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Chiba Bank's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Chiba Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
