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Goldman Sachs Bank USA Sustainability Profile

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Goldman Sachs Bank USA, a subsidiary of the renowned Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across major financial hubs. Founded in 1869, the bank has evolved into a key player in the financial services industry, specialising in consumer banking, investment management, and financial advisory services. Goldman Sachs Bank USA is particularly known for its innovative digital banking platform, Marcus, which offers high-yield savings accounts and personal loans. This focus on technology-driven solutions sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong reputation for reliability and expertise, Goldman Sachs Bank USA has achieved notable milestones, including a robust customer base and recognition for its commitment to financial wellness. As a leader in the banking sector, it continues to shape the future of finance through its unique offerings and strategic initiatives.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Goldman Sachs Bank USA'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.

42

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Goldman Sachs Bank USA's score of 42 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Goldman Sachs Bank USA's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.

Goldman Sachs Bank USA currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The bank is a current subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and initiatives. While no direct emissions data is provided, Goldman Sachs Bank USA is aligned with broader sustainability efforts through its parent company. The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. has engaged in various climate initiatives, including participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and commitments to renewable energy through the RE100 initiative. These efforts are part of a corporate strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprints across its operations. As of now, there are no specific reduction targets or achievements reported for Goldman Sachs Bank USA. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the bank may still be in the process of establishing its own specific climate commitments, potentially cascading from the overarching goals set by its parent company.

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How Carbon Intensive is Goldman Sachs Bank USA's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Goldman Sachs Bank USA'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.

How Carbon Intensive is Goldman Sachs Bank USA'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 Goldman Sachs Bank USA is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Goldman Sachs Bank USA's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Goldman Sachs Bank USA's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 95% last year and decreased by approximately 98% since 2010, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
100%

Goldman Sachs Bank USA'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.

Goldman Sachs Bank USA 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
Reduction Actions

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