China Merchants Bank (CMB), headquartered in Shenzhen, China, is a leading commercial bank in the Asia-Pacific region. Established in 1987, CMB has grown significantly, becoming a key player in the banking industry with a focus on retail banking, corporate banking, and wealth management services. The bank is renowned for its innovative financial products, including personal loans, credit cards, and investment services, which cater to a diverse clientele. CMB's commitment to digital banking solutions sets it apart, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. With a strong market position, CMB has received numerous accolades for its financial performance and customer service, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial institution in China and beyond.
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China Merchants Bank's score of 23 is lower than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, China Merchants Bank (CMB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 258,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 247,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The bank has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 20% decrease in Scope 1 emissions from fixed sources and a 4% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity by 2025, compared to 2023 levels. These commitments reflect CMB's proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligning with global sustainability standards. The bank's emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 was reported at 4,330 kg CO2e per employee in 2024, indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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China Merchants Bank is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.