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Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC, headquartered in Sri Lanka, is a leading player in the microfinance and development finance sector. Established in 1997, the company has made significant strides in empowering underserved communities through innovative financial solutions. With a strong presence across various regions in Sri Lanka, Sarvodaya Development Finance focuses on providing microloans, savings products, and insurance services tailored to the needs of low-income individuals and small enterprises. What sets Sarvodaya apart is its commitment to social impact, combining financial services with community development initiatives. The company has achieved notable recognition for its role in promoting financial inclusion and sustainable development. As a pioneer in the industry, Sarvodaya Development Finance continues to enhance its market position by fostering economic growth and improving the livelihoods of its clients.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

14

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC's score of 14 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC reported emissions related to the manufacture of iron and steel, amounting to approximately 1,331 kg CO2e. However, specific data on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions was not disclosed. The company has not established any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment in addressing climate change. Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC's emissions data reflects its operational impact, but the absence of comprehensive emissions reporting and reduction initiatives suggests that the organisation may need to enhance its climate strategy. As the financial sector increasingly prioritises sustainability, Sarvodaya's future commitments could play a crucial role in aligning with industry standards and expectations for carbon neutrality.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC'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.

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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 Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC 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.

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC 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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