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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.

26

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 26 is higher than 70% 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 at around 859,256,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions figures, HSBC has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The bank's emissions data reflects its global operations, and while no specific reduction strategies are mentioned, the financial sector is increasingly under pressure to enhance sustainability practices and reduce carbon footprints. HSBC's commitment to addressing climate change aligns with broader industry trends, although specific actionable targets remain unspecified.

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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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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. HSBC Bank plc is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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