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HSBC Bank plc

HSBC Bank plc, a prominent player in the global banking industry, is headquartered in London, Great Britain. Founded in 1865, HSBC has evolved into one of the world's largest banking and financial services organisations, with a strong presence in Asia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and Africa. The bank offers a diverse range of core products and services, including retail banking, wealth management, commercial banking, and investment banking. HSBC is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, HSBC has established itself as a leader in international finance, consistently recognised for its robust financial performance and customer-centric approach. Its global reach and comprehensive service offerings make HSBC a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does HSBC Bank plc'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.

36

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

HSBC Bank plc's score of 36 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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HSBC Bank plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, HSBC Bank plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,274,372,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions across all scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 16,918,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 167,174,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant portion, with capital goods emissions at about 121,783,000 kg CO2e, business travel at approximately 109,241,000 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services contributing around 859,256,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions figures, HSBC has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets indicates a need for further commitment to sustainability practices within the banking sector. As HSBC continues to navigate its environmental responsibilities, the focus on reducing emissions across all scopes will be crucial for aligning with global climate goals.

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2023
Scope 1
16,918,000
Scope 2
167,174,000
Scope 3
1,090,280,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. HSBC Bank plc'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 HSBC Bank plc is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

HSBC Bank plc 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

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