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RHB Bank

RHB Bank Berhad, commonly known as RHB Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Malaysia. Established in 1997, RHB Bank has grown to become one of the largest banks in the region, with a strong presence in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. Operating within the banking and financial services industry, RHB Bank offers a comprehensive range of products and services, including retail banking, corporate banking, investment banking, and Islamic banking. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions sets it apart in a competitive market. With a focus on sustainable growth, RHB Bank has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its digital banking initiatives and strong financial performance. As a trusted financial partner, RHB Bank continues to enhance its market position through strategic expansions and a diverse portfolio tailored to meet the evolving needs of its customers.

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51

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

RHB Bank's score of 51 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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RHB Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, RHB Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,580,000 kg CO2e in Malaysia. This figure includes 193,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 22,099,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,288,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Compared to 2022, when total emissions were about 25,271,000 kg CO2e, the bank has achieved a slight reduction in its overall carbon footprint. RHB Bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon-neutral operations by 2030 and developing a pathway to net zero by 2050. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting the bank's dedication to addressing its environmental impact comprehensively. The bank is currently on track to meet its near-term goals, although it faces challenges in the longer-term timeframe. Overall, RHB Bank's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to sustainability, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility in addressing climate change.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
104,000
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000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
40,891,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
45,464,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. RHB Bank'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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. This request for RHB Bank is in MY, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

RHB Bank 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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