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.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Osb's score of 45 is higher than 96% 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 2,496,850 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (172,830 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (396,950 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions (2,249,685 kg CO2e). This marked a notable increase in emissions compared to previous years, reflecting the complexities of their operational footprint. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 488,560 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 153,870 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 322,130 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were reported at 334,690 kg CO2e. OSB has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of their long-term climate strategy. They are a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and have set a near-term target to submit their reduction targets by March 2024. This commitment underscores their dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in the financial sector. Overall, OSB Group PLC is actively working towards enhancing their sustainability practices and reducing their carbon emissions, aligning with industry standards and expectations for climate action.
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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.
