Firstrand
FirstRand Limited, commonly known as FirstRand, is a leading financial services group headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1998, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the banking and financial services industry, with significant operations across Southern Africa and select international markets. FirstRand offers a diverse range of products and services, including retail and commercial banking, investment banking, and insurance solutions. Its unique approach combines innovative technology with customer-centric services, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. The group is renowned for its strong market position, consistently achieving notable milestones, such as being one of the largest financial institutions in Africa. With a commitment to sustainable growth and community development, FirstRand continues to enhance its reputation as a trusted financial partner, driving economic progress in the regions it serves.
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Firstrand's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, FirstRand reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,786,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,186,543,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached approximately 1,775,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 1,882,738,000 kg CO2e, while the total for Scope 1 and 2 was approximately 1,226,000,000 kg CO2e. FirstRand's emissions data for 2024 is currently unavailable, indicating a lack of disclosed emissions for that year. The company has not set specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, as no reduction initiatives have been documented. The emissions data is sourced directly from FirstRand Limited, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company operates within the financial services sector, which typically has significant indirect emissions associated with financed activities, although specific Scope 3 emissions data has not been disclosed. Overall, FirstRand's commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear due to the absence of defined reduction targets and comprehensive emissions reporting for recent years.
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| 2008 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 67,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 144,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
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Firstrand 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.
