Mizuho Bank, officially known as Mizuho Bank, Ltd., is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 2000 through the merger of several banks, it has rapidly evolved into a key player in the global banking industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Specialising in corporate banking, investment banking, and asset management, Mizuho Bank offers a diverse range of services, including loans, treasury services, and foreign exchange. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions distinguishes it in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Mizuho Bank has received numerous accolades for its financial stability and service excellence, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner for businesses and individuals alike.
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In 2024, Mizuho Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11565502 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 53077464 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, including 424648990 kg CO2e from capital goods and 5062840 kg CO2e from business travel. The bank's total emissions for the year reached about 424648990 kg CO2e when considering all scopes. For 2023, Mizuho Bank's emissions included approximately 12452869 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 101843198 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 and targeting net-zero emissions for Scope 3 emissions from its finance portfolio by 2050. Mizuho Bank's reduction initiatives include a commitment to reduce the outstanding credit balance for coal-fired power generation facilities by 50% by FY2030, with a goal of achieving zero outstanding credit by FY2040. These targets are part of a broader strategy to address climate change and align with global sustainability goals. The emissions data is sourced from Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., and reflects the bank's ongoing efforts to enhance its sustainability practices and reduce its carbon footprint across all operational scopes.
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 8,335,659 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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Mizuho Bank is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.