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Financial Intermediation
US
updated 5 months ago

First Merchants Corporation

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First Merchants Corporation, a prominent financial institution headquartered in the United States, has been serving communities since its founding in 1893. With a strong presence in Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois, the company operates primarily in the banking sector, offering a comprehensive range of services including commercial banking, wealth management, and treasury management. Renowned for its customer-centric approach, First Merchants distinguishes itself through innovative financial solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals and businesses. The corporation has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its footprint and enhanced its service offerings. As a leading player in the regional banking landscape, First Merchants Corporation continues to uphold its commitment to excellence and community engagement, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner.

DitchCarbon Score

How does First Merchants Corporation'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.

23

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 Merchants Corporation's score of 23 is lower than 69% 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 Merchants Corporation's reported carbon emissions

First Merchants Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation. This lack of data suggests that First Merchants Corporation may not have established formal climate commitments or initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. As the financial services industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, First Merchants Corporation's future climate strategies will be crucial for aligning with industry standards and expectations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. First Merchants Corporation'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 Merchants Corporation is in US, 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 Merchants Corporation 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
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