Halkbank Turkiye Halk Bankasi
Halkbank, officially known as Türkiye Halk Bankası A.Ş., is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Turkey. Established in 1933, the bank has played a pivotal role in the country's economic development, focusing on financial intermediation services, excluding insurance and pension funding. With a strong presence across major operational regions in Turkey, Halkbank offers a diverse range of products and services, including retail banking, corporate financing, and small business loans.
Recognised for its commitment to customer service and innovative financial solutions, Halkbank has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its digital banking capabilities. The bank's market position is bolstered by its extensive branch network and a reputation for supporting local businesses, making it a key player in Turkey's financial landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Halkbank Turkiye Halk Bankasi's reported carbon emissions
Halkbank, based in Turkey, is actively engaged in addressing its climate impact through emissions reporting and commitments.
In 2024, Halkbank reported a total of approximately 93.1 billion kg CO2e across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 19.88 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 20.65 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, with investments alone contributing around 1.78 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, Halkbank's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 16.69 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were around 30.26 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data for this year was not fully disclosed.
In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were about 17.02 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 30.06 million kg CO2e.
For 2020, the bank reported total emissions of around 68.91 million kg CO2e, comprising 14.21 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 30.54 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 24.16 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2015, total emissions were reported as approximately 71.07 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 29.03 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 23.16 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 18.88 million kg CO2e.
Halkbank has made commitments to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. This commitment applies to all scopes of emissions. While specific reduction percentages for the long-term target are not detailed, the bank has established near-term targets, with one near-term target set for 2028 aligning with 1.5°C warming scenarios. Halkbank is also a signatory to the Banks Alliance for Net Zero by 2050.
It is important to note that Halkbank's emissions data and climate targets are currently inherited from its parent organisation, Türkiye Halk Bankasi A.S.
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Halkbank Turkiye Halk Bankasi’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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