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Chiba Bank Sustainability Profile

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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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51

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Chiba Bank's score of 51 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

71%

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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, related to the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The bank's Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain, amounted to significant figures, including 12,995,173,000 kg CO2e from investments and 9,634,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Chiba Bank has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 70% reduction in CO2 emissions from fiscal 2013 levels by 2030. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and reduce electricity consumption. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Chiba Bank's proactive approach to climate commitments reflects its dedication to sustainability and responsible banking practices.

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Scope 1
1,049,000
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000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
7,131,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
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0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Chiba Bank's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Chiba Bank'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.

How Carbon Intensive is Chiba Bank's Location?

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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. This request for Chiba Bank is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Chiba Bank's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Chiba Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 106% 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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Investments
100%
Capital Goods
<1%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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