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ESAF Small Finance Bank, headquartered in India, is a prominent player in the financial services industry, focusing on providing inclusive banking solutions. Established in 2017, the bank has rapidly expanded its operations across various regions, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra, catering to the financial needs of underserved communities. The bank offers a range of core products and services, including savings accounts, fixed deposits, and microfinance, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and competitive interest rates. ESAF Small Finance Bank has achieved significant milestones, such as receiving the Best Small Finance Bank award, reflecting its commitment to excellence and innovation in the sector. With a strong market position, ESAF continues to empower individuals and small businesses, fostering financial inclusion and economic growth in India.
How does ESAF Small Finance 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.
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ESAF Small Finance Bank's score of 15 is lower than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, ESAF Small Finance Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,320 kg CO2e, comprising 15,880 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 36,730,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where no emissions were recorded for either Scope 1 or Scope 2. The bank's revenue for 2023 was about USD 199 million, indicating an emission intensity of approximately 0.184 kg CO2e per rupee of turnover. For 2024, emissions data is not yet available, but the bank continues to focus on sustainability initiatives. Notably, ESAF Small Finance Bank has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no disclosed Scope 3 emissions. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent organization, ESAF Small Finance Bank, with no additional targets inherited from corporate family relationships. Overall, ESAF Small Finance Bank is in the early stages of its climate commitments, with a need for clearer reduction strategies and goals to enhance its sustainability profile.
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Scope 1 | 15,880 |
Scope 2 | 36,730,800 |
Scope 3 | - |
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ESAF Small Finance Bank is not participating in any 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.