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Hang Seng Bank

Hang Seng Bank Limited, commonly known as Hang Seng Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Hong Kong (HK). Established in 1933, the bank has grown to become a key player in the banking and financial services industry, primarily serving the Hong Kong and Greater China regions. With a diverse portfolio, Hang Seng Bank offers a range of core products and services, including personal banking, commercial banking, wealth management, and insurance. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions sets it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its strong market position, Hang Seng Bank has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to excellence and sustainable growth. As a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings, it continues to leverage its extensive network and expertise to deliver exceptional financial services.

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44

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Hang Seng Bank's score of 44 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hang Seng Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Hang Seng Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,557,260 kg CO2e. This figure includes 137,870 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 13,565,130 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, the bank's Scope 3 emissions amounted to 854,260 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from business travel and fuel-related activities. Over the years, Hang Seng Bank has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, from 2020 to 2023, the bank's total emissions decreased from approximately 19,571,590 kg CO2e to 14,557,260 kg CO2e, reflecting a significant reduction in emissions. Despite these achievements, it is important to note that Hang Seng Bank has withdrawn its near-term climate targets and has not committed to a net-zero target. The bank's long-term climate commitments remain unspecified, indicating a need for clearer goals in its sustainability strategy. As a financial institution based in Hong Kong, Hang Seng Bank operates within a sector that is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, making its climate commitments and emissions reductions critical for its reputation and operational sustainability.

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Scope 1
54,400
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23,936,000
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Scope 3
637,820
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hang Seng Bank'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Hang Seng Bank is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

Hang Seng Bank 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
Reduction Actions

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