Osb
Osb, officially known as OSB Group, is a prominent financial services provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2011, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on the specialist lending and savings sectors. With a strong operational presence across the UK, Osb has made significant strides in the mortgage market, particularly in buy-to-let and residential lending. The company offers a range of unique products, including tailored mortgage solutions and competitive savings accounts, designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Osb's commitment to innovation and customer service has positioned it as a key player in the financial industry, earning recognition for its robust growth and customer-centric approach. With a focus on sustainable practices, Osb continues to enhance its market position while delivering value to its stakeholders.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Osb's score of 45 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Osb's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, OSB Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 172,830 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 396,950 kg CO2e. The most substantial impact came from Scope 3 emissions, which reached approximately 2,496,850 kg CO2e, primarily driven by investments and employee commuting. OSB has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term commitment reflects their dedication to reducing their carbon footprint and addressing climate change. The company is also a member of the BA1.5 initiative, which underscores its commitment to sustainable practices within the financial sector. In recent years, OSB has made strides in emissions reduction, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 1,393,010 kg CO2e in 2019 to about 442,740 kg CO2e in 2020, showcasing their efforts to improve operational efficiency and sustainability. As they move forward, OSB aims to further enhance their climate strategies and reduce their overall emissions in line with their net-zero commitment.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 951,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Osb is committed to some 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.
