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Financial Intermediation
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updated 3 months ago

Shinhan Card Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Shinhan Card Co., Ltd., a leading player in the financial services industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and operates extensively across the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a pioneer in credit card services, offering a diverse range of financial products tailored to meet the needs of consumers and businesses alike. With a focus on innovation, Shinhan Card provides unique offerings such as contactless payment solutions and customised rewards programmes, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to introduce mobile payment technologies in South Korea. Recognised for its strong market position, Shinhan Card continues to enhance customer experiences while maintaining a commitment to financial excellence and security.

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53

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s score of 53 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Shinhan Card Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,555,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,379,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 6,176,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Shinhan Card's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd., which oversees various sustainability initiatives, including commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been detailed in the available information. The company has shown a commitment to addressing climate change, although no specific reduction initiatives or climate pledges have been reported. As part of its ongoing efforts, Shinhan Card is likely to align with broader corporate sustainability goals set by its parent organisation.

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202120222023
Scope 1
1,020,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
7,294,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
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How Carbon Intensive is Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Shinhan Card Co., Ltd. is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Shinhan Card Co., Ltd. has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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Compare Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

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Updated about 2 months ago

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Updated 15 days ago

Hana Card Co., Ltd.

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Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65)
Updated about 2 months ago

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