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updated 24 days ago

First Bank of Nigeria Limited

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First Bank of Nigeria Limited, often referred to as FirstBank, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 1894, it has grown to become one of the oldest and most respected banks in the country, with a significant presence across West Africa. Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, FirstBank offers a diverse range of products, including personal and corporate banking, investment services, and digital banking solutions. Its commitment to innovation and customer service sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, FirstBank has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the financial sector, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does First Bank of Nigeria Limited'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.

27

Industry Benchmark

First Bank of Nigeria Limited's score of 22 is lower than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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First Bank of Nigeria Limited's reported carbon emissions

First Bank of Nigeria Limited currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The bank is a current subsidiary of First HoldCo Plc, which may influence its climate-related initiatives and reporting. In terms of climate commitments, First Bank of Nigeria Limited has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those associated with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The lack of documented reduction targets suggests that the bank is still in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. As a subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria Limited may benefit from broader corporate sustainability efforts initiated by its parent company, First HoldCo Plc. However, without specific emissions data or reduction commitments, it is challenging to assess the bank's overall impact on carbon emissions or its progress towards climate goals. In summary, First Bank of Nigeria Limited is currently without specific emissions data or defined climate commitments, reflecting a potential area for future development in its sustainability strategy.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. First Bank of Nigeria Limited'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.

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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 First Bank of Nigeria Limited is in NG, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

First Bank of Nigeria Limited 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.

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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