Commonwealth Bank of Australia, often referred to as Commbank, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1911, it has grown to become one of the largest banks in the country, serving millions of customers across Australia and internationally. Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, Commbank offers a diverse range of products, including personal and business banking, investment services, and insurance. Its innovative digital banking solutions set it apart, providing customers with seamless access to their finances. With a strong market position, Commbank has consistently been recognised for its commitment to customer service and technological advancement, earning accolades for its mobile banking app and online services. As a trusted name in finance, Commbank continues to shape the future of banking in Australia and beyond.
How does Commbank'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.
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In 2025, Commonwealth Bank of Australia (Commbank) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73,372,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 6,778,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,592,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the bank has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 51% decrease in Scope 1 emissions intensity to 31.1 kg CO2e/m² by 2030, compared to a 2023 baseline of 63.8 kg CO2e/m². Additionally, for Scope 2 emissions, Commbank targets a reduction of 47% to 40.6 kg CO2e/m² by 2030, down from a baseline of 76.0 kg CO2e/m² established in 2023. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Commbank's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated through its participation in various initiatives, including the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and RE100, which focus on transparency and renewable energy usage. Overall, Commbank is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its climate resilience.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,063,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 107,762,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 93,622,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Commbank is participating in some 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.
