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.
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In 2024, 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. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were about 454,360 kg CO2e, with 15,020 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 439,340 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The bank has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, there are no documented climate pledges or reduction initiatives currently in place. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the National Housing Bank's reporting is independent. The bank's commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear, as no specific reduction strategies or targets have been established.
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2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 15,020 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | 439,340 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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