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Masreq Bank

Masreq Bank, officially known as Mashreqbank PSC, is a leading financial institution headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE). Established in 1967, it has grown to become one of the oldest private banks in the region, with a strong presence across the Middle East and North Africa. Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, Masreq Bank offers a diverse range of products, including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment services. Its innovative digital banking solutions set it apart, catering to the evolving needs of its customers. With a commitment to excellence, Masreq Bank has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted financial partner. Its focus on customer-centric services and technological advancements continues to drive its success in a competitive market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Masreq Bank'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.

15

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Masreq Bank's score of 15 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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Masreq Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Masreq Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,588,640 kg CO2e. This figure includes 73,730 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations, and about 9,247,260 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity and cooling. Additionally, the bank's Scope 3 emissions were approximately 267,650 kg CO2e, mainly from waste generated in operations. Over the years, Masreq Bank has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the bank's total emissions were about 13,479,210 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions by approximately 29% from 2022 to 2023. The bank has set long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment, which it began in 2023. Masreq Bank's proactive approach to climate action reflects its dedication to sustainability within the financial sector, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.

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Scope 1
16,150
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Scope 2
7,732,180
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24,540
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Masreq Bank'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. Masreq Bank is headquartered in AE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Masreq Bank is committed to some 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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