Public Profile

Oesterreichische Kontrollbank

Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG (OeKB) is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Vienna, Austria (AT). Established in 1946, OeKB plays a vital role in the Austrian economy, primarily focusing on export financing, investment guarantees, and capital market services. With a strong presence in Europe and beyond, the bank supports Austrian businesses in their international ventures. OeKB's core offerings include export credit guarantees, investment insurance, and comprehensive financial services tailored to the needs of exporters. Its unique position as a government-backed institution enhances its credibility and reliability in the market. Over the years, OeKB has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its status as a key player in the financial sector, particularly in export financing. With a commitment to fostering economic growth, OeKB continues to be an essential partner for Austrian enterprises navigating global markets.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Oesterreichische Kontrollbank'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.

41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Oesterreichische Kontrollbank's score of 41 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Oesterreichische Kontrollbank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Oesterreichische Kontrollbank (OeKB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,707,500 kg CO2e. This figure includes 17,810 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased heat, amounted to 54,200 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from the value chain, were significantly higher at about 2,635,490 kg CO2e. Notably, business travel contributed 733,600 kg CO2e to these Scope 3 emissions. OeKB has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The bank's emissions data reflects a complex landscape of carbon output, with a substantial portion stemming from indirect sources, highlighting the importance of comprehensive strategies to address climate impact across all scopes. Overall, OeKB's emissions profile underscores the need for ongoing assessment and potential action to align with broader climate commitments within the financial sector.

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285,720
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Oesterreichische Kontrollbank's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Oesterreichische Kontrollbank is headquartered in AT, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Oesterreichische Kontrollbank 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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