Shinhan Card Co., Ltd., a leading player in the financial intermediation services sector, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 2002, the company has rapidly evolved to become a prominent provider of credit card and payment solutions, catering to a diverse clientele across major operational regions in Asia.
Specialising in innovative financial products, Shinhan Card offers a range of services, including credit cards, personal loans, and digital payment solutions, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and advanced technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for service excellence and innovation in the financial sector, solidifying its market position as a trusted financial partner. With a commitment to enhancing customer experience, Shinhan Card continues to lead the way in the competitive landscape of financial services.
+32 vs industry average
Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.’s score of 67 is higher than 80% 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 is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
Shinhan Card Co., Ltd., a financial intermediation services provider based in South Korea, reported a total of approximately 57.5 billion kg CO2e in emissions for the 2024 reporting year. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. For the 2024 reporting year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 13.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, calculated on a market-based approach, totalled approximately 67.5 million kg CO2e, with the location-based calculation at approximately 79.7 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were substantial, driven significantly by investments, which accounted for approximately 204.1 billion kg CO2e. Other notable Scope 3 categories include fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 13.1 million kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 8.3 million kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (approximately 2.0 million kg CO2e). In the 2023 reporting year, the company's total emissions were approximately 56.0 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 15.0 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 69.8 million kg CO2e. Their Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were dominated by investments, at approximately 220.3 billion kg CO2e. Shinhan Card's total emissions for the 2022 reporting year amounted to approximately 55.0 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 14.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 100.1 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were again largely influenced by investments, totalling approximately 222.3 billion kg CO2e. For the 2021 reporting year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 7.3 million kg CO2e. The company has disclosed Scope 1 and Scope 2 data for this year, but has indicated that Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services was missing. Shinhan Card Co., Ltd. is part of the Shinhan Financial Group, which cascades climate information. The company's climate commitments and reduction targets are therefore influenced by the initiatives of Shinhan Financial Group. Specific reduction targets or achievements for Shinhan Card itself are not detailed in the provided information.
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Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd.
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd.The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Inherited from Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd.Climate Action 100
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