Mizuho Bank, officially known as Mizuho Bank, Ltd., is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 2000, it emerged from the merger of several banks, positioning itself as a key player in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically excluding insurance and pension funding services.
With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Mizuho Bank offers a diverse range of services, including corporate banking, investment banking, and asset management. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions distinguishes it in a competitive market. Notably, Mizuho Bank has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its robust risk management practices and sustainable finance initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global financial landscape.
+26 vs industry average
Mizuho Bank’s score of 63 is higher than 77% 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
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Mizuho Bank's reported carbon emissions
Mizuho Bank, based in JP and operating within the financial intermediation services sector, has reported its carbon emissions for several years. For 2024, the bank's total emissions were approximately 93.1 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 10.4 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of about 48 million kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions. Key Scope 3 categories reported for 2024 include capital goods at about 636.7 million kg CO2e, and fuel and energy-related activities at about 29.2 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, total emissions were approximately 1.55 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at around 11.6 million kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 at approximately 53.1 million kg CO2e. Emissions for previous years include about 1.53 billion kg CO2e in 2022 (market-based Scope 2: 101.8 million kg CO2e), 1.49 billion kg CO2e in 2021 (market-based Scope 2: 139.7 million kg CO2e), and approximately 1.75 billion kg CO2e in 2020 (market-based Scope 2: 150.3 million kg CO2e).
Mizuho Bank has established significant climate commitments. The bank aims to achieve carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by fiscal year 2030. Furthermore, it has a long-term goal to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions from its finance portfolio to net zero by 2050. The bank also targets a 50% reduction in the outstanding credit balance for coal-fired power generation facilities by FY2030, with the aim of reaching zero balance by FY2040.
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Mizuho Bank’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
9 goals2030
As part of such efforts, Mizuho is aiming to become carbon n…
As part of such efforts, Mizuho is aiming to become carbon neutral for Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by FY2030, and to reduce…
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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