Grupo Aval Acciones y Valores S.A., commonly known as Grupo Aval, is a prominent financial services conglomerate headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Colombia and Central America. Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a leader in the banking and financial sector, offering a diverse range of services including banking, insurance, and asset management. Grupo Aval is distinguished by its robust portfolio of core products, which include retail banking, corporate banking, and investment services, tailored to meet the needs of both individual and institutional clients. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its market presence through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, solidifying its position as one of the largest financial groups in Latin America. With a commitment to innovation and customer service, Grupo Aval continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving growth and enhancing financial accessibility in the regions it serves.
How does Grupo Aval'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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Grupo Aval's score of 25 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Grupo Aval reported total carbon emissions of approximately 247,405,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 227,671,900 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 20,334,100 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This data indicates a significant focus on tracking and managing their direct and indirect emissions. Over the past few years, Grupo Aval has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company’s emissions included approximately 25,401,180 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 18,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2021, emissions were about 25,764,405 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 16,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This trend suggests a gradual increase in emissions, highlighting the need for enhanced climate action. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Grupo Aval's ongoing emissions tracking reflects an awareness of climate impact and a potential commitment to future sustainability efforts. The company operates within a global context where financial institutions are increasingly held accountable for their environmental impact, making their emissions data and climate commitments crucial for stakeholders.
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Scope 1 | 227,671,900 |
Scope 2 | 20,334,100 |
Scope 3 | - |
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Grupo Aval is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.