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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

How does SBI Card'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.

40

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

SBI Card's score of 40 is higher than 88% 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 2023, SBI Card reported total carbon emissions of approximately 46,991,170 kg CO2e, comprising 2,740,190 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and a significant 43,991,980 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included 377,090 kg CO2e from business travel and 16,015,170 kg CO2e from employee commuting, alongside 35,401,890 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. 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 base year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is also committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. Overall, SBI Card's emissions data and reduction targets demonstrate a proactive stance towards sustainability and climate responsibility in the financial services sector.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
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Scope 2
5,077,110
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Very high
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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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. SBI Card is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

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.

SBI Card is committed to some reduction initiatives 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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