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Idfc First Bank Sustainability Profile

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IDFC First Bank, headquartered in India, is a prominent player in the banking and financial services industry. Established in 2015, the bank emerged from the merger of IDFC Bank and Capital First, marking a significant milestone in the Indian banking landscape. With a strong presence in major operational regions across the country, IDFC First Bank focuses on retail banking, wholesale banking, and financial services. The bank offers a diverse range of core products and services, including savings accounts, personal loans, and business financing, distinguished by its customer-centric approach and innovative digital solutions. IDFC First Bank has quickly established itself as a trusted financial partner, earning accolades for its commitment to sustainable banking practices and financial inclusion. With a growing market position, it continues to enhance its offerings, catering to the evolving needs of its customers.

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31

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Idfc First Bank's score of 31 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Idfc First Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, IDFC First Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,404,200 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 566,650 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 36,270,070 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 39,404,200 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 36,836,720 kg CO2e. For the previous year, 2022, the bank's emissions were approximately 2,332,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, 291,100 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and 24,821,400 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of about 25,112,500 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. IDFC First Bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 20% share of renewable energy in its energy mix by 2025 for large offices, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The bank is currently conducting a detailed TCFD assessment to evaluate risks and opportunities related to climate change, with a focus on achieving net-zero emissions in the near term. The emissions data is sourced directly from IDFC First Bank Limited, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.

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20222023
Scope 1
291,100
000,000
Scope 2
24,821,400
00,000,000
Scope 3
2,332,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Idfc First Bank's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Idfc First Bank's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Idfc First Bank's Location?

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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 Idfc First Bank is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Idfc First Bank's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Idfc First Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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