Provident Financial
Provident Financial plc, commonly known as Provident, is a leading financial services provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1880, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on consumer credit and personal loans, primarily serving the UK and Ireland.
With a strong emphasis on responsible lending, Provident offers a range of products, including home credit, personal loans, and credit cards through its subsidiary, Vanquis Bank. What sets Provident apart is its commitment to customer service and tailored financial solutions that cater to individual needs.
Recognised for its market position, Provident Financial has achieved notable milestones, including a robust customer base and a reputation for innovation in the financial sector. As a trusted name in consumer finance, Provident continues to adapt and grow within an ever-changing industry landscape.
+13 vs industry average
Provident Financial’s score of 48 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Provident Financial's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Provident Financial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 288.97 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 202,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 556,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. The most significant contribution to their carbon footprint comes from Scope 3 emissions, which total around 334.82 million kg CO2e, with notable sources being business travel and employee commuting. Provident Financial has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2040, encompassing all scopes of emissions. To support this long-term goal, the company plans to establish science-based targets and interim milestones by September 2023. Additionally, they have committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 39.9% by 2028, using 2021 as the base year. Furthermore, they aim for 78% of their suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by 2027. These initiatives reflect Provident Financial's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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Provident Financial’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2040
PFG has set an overarching target to achieve net-zero carbon…
PFG has set an overarching target to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2040 (which relates to the scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions that…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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