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East West Bank Sustainability Profile

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East West Bank, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent financial institution that has been serving diverse communities since its founding in 1973. With a strong presence in major operational regions such as California, New York, and Texas, the bank focuses on bridging the gap between the East and West, catering to both domestic and international clients. As a leader in the banking industry, East West Bank offers a range of core products and services, including personal banking, commercial lending, and wealth management. Its unique approach combines traditional banking with a deep understanding of Asian markets, making it a preferred choice for businesses and individuals seeking cross-border financial solutions. Recognised for its commitment to customer service and innovation, East West Bank continues to solidify its market position as a trusted partner in financial growth.

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How does East West Bank'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.

24

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

East West Bank's score of 24 is lower than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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East West Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, East West Bank reported total emissions of approximately 6,087,260 kg CO2e, comprising 329,690 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 5,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions are primarily attributed to mobile combustion, while Scope 2 emissions arise from purchased electricity. The bank's emissions data is cascaded from its own reporting, with no significant reduction targets or initiatives currently documented. There are no Scope 3 emissions reported, indicating a focus on direct and indirect operational emissions. In 2022, the bank's total emissions were approximately 2,504,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 493,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 2,011,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a notable increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023, highlighting the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies moving forward. East West Bank's climate commitments and initiatives remain unspecified, suggesting an opportunity for the bank to establish clearer sustainability goals and reduction targets in alignment with industry standards.

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2022
Scope 1
493,000
Scope 2
2,011,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is East West Bank's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. East West Bank's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is East West Bank's Location?

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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 East West Bank is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

East West Bank's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

East West Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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