Mizuho Bank Sustainability Profile
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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Mizuho Bank's reported carbon emissions
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 combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 58000000 kg CO2e. For 2023, the bank's emissions included approximately 12452869 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 101843198 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Notably, Mizuho aims to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 and to reduce Scope 3 emissions from its finance portfolio to net zero by 2050. Mizuho's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by its target to reduce the outstanding credit balance for coal-fired power generation facilities by 50% by FY2030, with a goal of achieving zero by FY2040. This commitment aligns with their broader strategy to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. The emissions data is sourced from Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., reflecting the bank's comprehensive approach to environmental responsibility.
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| 2010 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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Mizuho Bank's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Mizuho Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and increased significantly since 2010, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Mizuho Bank'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.
Mizuho Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
