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Commercial Bank Of Ceylon

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, often referred to as ComBank, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka (LK). Established in 1969, it has grown to become one of the largest private banks in the country, with a significant presence in both local and international markets, including Bangladesh. Operating within the banking and financial services industry, ComBank offers a comprehensive range of products and services, including retail banking, corporate banking, and treasury operations. Its unique approach to customer service and innovative digital banking solutions have set it apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has received numerous accolades for its performance and commitment to excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner in the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Commercial Bank Of Ceylon'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.

36

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Commercial Bank Of Ceylon's score of 36 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Commercial Bank Of Ceylon's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Commercial Bank of Ceylon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,431,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 850,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 5,581,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, particularly from 2022, where total emissions were about 6,496,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, the bank has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2022, emissions were approximately 6,496,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,880,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 6,496,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a consistent decrease in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2017, where total emissions were about 13,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, the bank's ongoing efforts to lower emissions reflect a proactive approach to climate responsibility. The bank's emissions data indicates a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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1,305,000
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Scope 2
12,395,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Commercial Bank Of Ceylon'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Commercial Bank Of Ceylon is in LK, which has a high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Commercial Bank Of Ceylon 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.

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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