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National Housing Bank

The National Housing Bank (NHB), headquartered in India, plays a pivotal role in the country's housing finance sector. Established in 1988, NHB was created to promote housing finance institutions and enhance the flow of credit to the housing sector. With a focus on affordable housing, the bank operates across various regions in India, supporting both urban and rural development. NHB's core services include refinancing housing loans, providing financial assistance to housing finance companies, and implementing government housing schemes. Its unique approach to fostering sustainable housing solutions has positioned it as a leader in the industry. Notable achievements include its significant contributions to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, aimed at ensuring housing for all. Through its commitment to innovation and accessibility, the National Housing Bank continues to shape the future of housing finance in India.

DitchCarbon Score

How does National Housing 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.

24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

National Housing Bank's score of 24 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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National Housing Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the National Housing Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 638,540 kg CO2e, comprising 15,990 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 622,550 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The following year, 2024, emissions slightly decreased to about 638,540 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 9,780 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions remaining consistent at 622,520 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, the National Housing Bank has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. Their commitment to climate action remains vague, with no documented climate pledges or targets set under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, while the National Housing Bank has made strides in tracking their emissions, further clarity on their climate commitments and reduction strategies would enhance their sustainability profile.

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20232024
Scope 1
15,990
0,000
Scope 2
622,550
000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. National Housing Bank's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), 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. National Housing Bank is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

National Housing Bank is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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