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Financial Intermediation
KR
updated 3 months ago

KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the financial services industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1990, the company has grown to become a leading provider of credit card and payment solutions, serving millions of customers across the nation and beyond. Specialising in innovative financial products, KB Kookmin Card offers a diverse range of services, including credit cards, personal loans, and digital payment solutions. Their unique offerings, such as tailored rewards programmes and advanced security features, set them apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, KB Kookmin Card has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for customer satisfaction and service excellence. As a subsidiary of KB Financial Group, the company continues to expand its influence in the financial sector, driving innovation and enhancing customer experiences.

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How does KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'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.

56

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

KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'s score of 56 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from KB Financial Group Inc.

KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd., headquartered in South Korea (KR), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of KB Financial Group Inc., which influences its climate commitments and initiatives. While KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd. has not set specific reduction targets or disclosed significant achievements in emissions reduction, it is aligned with the broader sustainability efforts of its parent company, KB Financial Group Inc. This includes participation in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from KB Financial Group Inc. to its subsidiaries. As part of its commitment to sustainability, KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd. is expected to adhere to the climate strategies and targets established by KB Financial Group Inc., although specific details on these initiatives are not provided. The company is positioned within an industry increasingly focused on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing climate resilience, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of environmental stewardship.

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Scope 1
14,868,690
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Scope 2
42,836,850
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0,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'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 KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd. is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 375% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 99% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Investments
99%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'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.

KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd. has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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
Reduction Actions

Compare KB Kookmin Card Co., Ltd.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

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Updated 19 days ago

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TH
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Updated 19 days ago

Hyundai Card Co., Ltd.

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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated about 1 month ago

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