The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is a pivotal entity in the Indian financial landscape, headquartered in Mumbai, India. Established in 2008, NPCI has revolutionised the payments industry by facilitating seamless digital transactions across the nation. It operates primarily in the fintech sector, focusing on innovative payment solutions that enhance financial inclusion. NPCI is renowned for its flagship products, including the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT), and Immediate Payment Service (IMPS). These services stand out for their speed, security, and user-friendly interfaces, making digital payments accessible to millions. With a significant market share and recognition for its contributions to the digital economy, NPCI continues to lead the charge in transforming India's payment ecosystem.
How does National Payments Corporation of India'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.
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National Payments Corporation of India's score of 19 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,769,630 kg CO2e, comprising 255,230 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 12,514,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where emissions totalled about 7,348,520 kg CO2e, with 681,120 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 6,638,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite these reductions, NPCI has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or climate pledges. The absence of such commitments may reflect a broader industry context where many organisations are still developing comprehensive climate strategies. NPCI's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that their reported figures are independently sourced. The organisation continues to focus on sustainability, as evidenced by their annual sustainability reports, although specific initiatives or targets for further emissions reductions have not been outlined.
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2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 681,120 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 6,638,400 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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National Payments Corporation of India 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.