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Sampath Bank

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Sampath Bank PLC, a prominent financial institution headquartered in Sri Lanka (LK), has been a cornerstone of the banking industry since its establishment in 1986. With a strong presence across major operational regions in Sri Lanka, the bank offers a diverse range of services, including retail banking, corporate banking, and treasury operations. Sampath Bank is renowned for its innovative banking solutions, such as digital banking platforms and personalised customer service, which set it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, the bank has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in service and technology. As a leading player in the Sri Lankan banking sector, Sampath Bank continues to enhance its market position through strategic growth and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

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37

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

Sampath Bank's score of 37 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sampath Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sampath Bank, headquartered in Sri Lanka (LK), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,378,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 937,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,654,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,787,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, the bank's total emissions were about 11,645,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,321,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 7,924,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,400,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions of approximately 1,267,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. Sampath Bank has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. However, the bank continues to monitor and report its emissions data, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are sourced directly from Sampath Bank PLC. The bank's ongoing efforts to manage its carbon footprint reflect a growing awareness of climate issues within the financial sector.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
354,000
000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 2
5,350,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
3,434,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sampath 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 Sampath Bank is in LK, which has a high 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.

Sampath 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
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