Santander UK plc, a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2004, the bank has rapidly evolved, becoming a key provider of a wide range of financial products and services, including personal and business banking, mortgages, and savings accounts.
With a strong presence across the UK, Santander UK distinguishes itself through its commitment to customer service and innovative digital banking solutions. The bank has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its award-winning mobile banking app, which enhances user experience and accessibility.
Recognised for its robust market position, Santander UK plc continues to build on its reputation for reliability and efficiency, making it a trusted choice for millions of customers seeking comprehensive financial solutions.
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Santander UK plc’s score of 36 is higher than 50% 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 has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Santander UK plc's reported carbon emissions
Santander UK plc, headquartered in GB and operating in financial intermediation services, reported its latest emissions data for 2023. In 2023, the company's total carbon emissions were approximately 3.5 million kg CO2e. This total encompasses Scope 1 emissions of about 1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 2 million kg CO2e.
Scope 3 emissions in 2023 were further broken down, with purchased goods and services contributing approximately 1.2 million kg CO2e, business travel accounting for about 500,000 kg CO2e, and employee commutes also around 500,000 kg CO2e. Waste generated in operations was approximately 300,000 kg CO2e.
While specific reduction targets are not detailed in the provided information, Santander UK's climate commitments are informed by its parent company, Banco Santander, S.A. The company's performance data is sourced from Santander UK plc, indicating a direct reporting structure for emissions. Previous years' data for Santander UK plc (2020, 2021, 2022) do not contain specific emissions figures. However, emissions intensity data per employee has been reported historically, showing approximately 350 kg CO2e per employee in 2021, 320 kg CO2e per employee in 2022, and 270 kg CO2e per employee in 2023, suggesting a declining trend in emissions relative to its workforce.
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Santander UK plc’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Banco Santander, S.A.The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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