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SBI Card

SBI Card, officially known as State Bank of India Card, is a leading player in the Indian financial services industry, headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana. Established in 1998, SBI Card has rapidly evolved to become one of the largest credit card issuers in India, serving millions of customers across the country. The company offers a diverse range of credit card products tailored to meet various consumer needs, including rewards, travel, and lifestyle cards. What sets SBI Card apart is its strong affiliation with the State Bank of India, providing customers with a trusted brand and extensive banking network. With a commitment to innovation, SBI Card has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of contactless payment solutions and a robust digital platform. Its market position is reinforced by a growing customer base and a reputation for excellent service, making it a prominent name in the Indian credit card landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to 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.

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Industry Benchmark

SBI Card's score of 34 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SBI Card's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, SBI Card reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,580,950 kg CO2e, all of which were classified under Scope 2, indicating emissions from purchased electricity. Notably, there were no reported Scope 1 emissions. In 2023, the company recorded similar Scope 2 emissions of about 2,580,950 kg CO2e, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 40,000,465 kg CO2e, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. SBI Card has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's commitment to align with the 1.5°C climate goal. The company also plans to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, although specific targets for these emissions have not been detailed. Overall, SBI Card's emissions data and reduction targets demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, focusing on significant reductions in its operational emissions while also considering the broader impact of its supply chain.

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Scope 2
5,077,110
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0,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000.00
00,000,000.00
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SBI Card's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), 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 SBI Card is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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SBI Card is participating in some 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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