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Dhaka Bank PLC.

Dhaka Bank PLC, a prominent financial institution headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh, has been serving the banking needs of its clients since its establishment in 1995. With a strong presence across major operational regions in Bangladesh, the bank operates within the commercial banking sector, offering a diverse range of services tailored to both individual and corporate clients. The bank's core products include retail banking, corporate banking, and treasury services, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and innovative solutions. Over the years, Dhaka Bank has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its commitment to sustainable banking practices and digital transformation initiatives. As a key player in the Bangladeshi banking industry, Dhaka Bank PLC continues to enhance its market position through strategic growth and a focus on delivering exceptional financial services.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Dhaka Bank PLC.'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.

22

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

Dhaka Bank PLC.'s score of 22 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

35%

Dhaka Bank PLC.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Dhaka Bank PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,840,000 kg CO2e, comprising 547,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (mobile combustion) and 3,295,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity). This marks an increase from 2022, where emissions were about 3,194,000 kg CO2e, with 501,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,694,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite the increase in emissions, Dhaka Bank has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at mitigating their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets suggests a need for further action in aligning with industry standards for sustainability and climate responsibility. As a financial institution headquartered in Bangladesh, Dhaka Bank's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the banking sector in addressing climate change.

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20222023
Scope 1
501,000
000,000
Scope 2
2,694,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dhaka Bank PLC.'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. Dhaka Bank PLC. is headquartered in BD, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Dhaka Bank PLC. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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

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