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.
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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 emissions and about 5,581,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 8,496,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,880,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 6,496,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, the bank has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with 2021 emissions recorded at about 8,074,000 kg CO2e, including approximately 1,203,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 7,144,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2020, emissions were about 9,233,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,079,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 8,413,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate commitments. Overall, while the bank has made strides in tracking its emissions, further commitments and reduction strategies may be necessary to align with global climate goals.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,305,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 12,395,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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