Lloyds Banking Group, a prominent financial services organisation headquartered in Great Britain, has been a cornerstone of the UK banking industry since its founding in 1765. With a strong presence across England, Scotland, and Wales, the group operates through various well-known brands, including Lloyds Bank, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland.
Specialising in retail and commercial banking, Lloyds Banking Group offers a diverse range of products and services, such as personal and business banking, insurance, and investment solutions. Its commitment to customer service and innovation has positioned it as a leader in the market, with notable achievements including a significant role in the UK’s economic recovery post-2008 financial crisis. With a focus on digital transformation, Lloyds continues to enhance its offerings, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its customers.
+31 vs industry average
Lloyds Banking Group’s score of 89 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Commercial Banking is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Commercial Banking industry has increased its overall emissions by 16% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Lloyds Banking Group's reported carbon emissions
Lloyds Banking Group, headquartered in GB, has made significant commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. For 2025, the bank reported total emissions of approximately 173,448,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of 19,084,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of 5,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same year were substantial, with upstream leased assets accounting for 350,383,000 kg CO2e and employee commute contributing 57,393,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, total emissions were approximately 172,052,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at 20,040,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at 4,000 kg CO2e. Key Scope 3 contributors included upstream leased assets at 352,522,000 kg CO2e and employee commute at 64,238,000 kg CO2e. The group has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero carbon operations by 2030. This includes a commitment to reduce direct operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by at least 90% by 2030, compared to 2018/19 levels. Furthermore, Lloyds Banking Group aims to reduce its total energy consumption by 50% by 2030, also from a 2018/19 baseline. The bank is also working towards a 50% reduction in the carbon intensity of its whole portfolio by 2030 and has a long-term goal of achieving net zero by 2050. As of 2024, progress indicates that Scope 2 emissions reductions are on track, and Scope 1 reductions are also progressing positively towards the 2030 targets. The bank also reported a 25% reduction target for absolute emissions in its Commercial Banking agriculture portfolio between 2021 and 2030.
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Lloyds Banking Group’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
13 goals2050
80% reduction in Scope 1
We have a set of market leading targets to improve the sustainability of our own operations and supply chain. These include reducing our CO2…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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