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Financial Intermediation
JP
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Shinsei Bank Group Sustainability Profile

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Shinsei Bank Group, also known as Shinsei Bank, Ltd., is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 2000, the bank has rapidly evolved within the competitive landscape of the Japanese banking sector, focusing on retail banking, corporate finance, and asset management. Shinsei Bank offers a diverse range of core products and services, including personal loans, investment solutions, and foreign exchange services, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and innovative digital banking solutions. With a strong emphasis on technology, the bank has positioned itself as a leader in the integration of fintech within traditional banking practices. Recognised for its commitment to excellence, Shinsei Bank Group has achieved significant milestones, including notable awards for customer service and digital innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner in Japan and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Shinsei Bank Group'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.

30

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Shinsei Bank Group's score of 30 is lower than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shinsei Bank Group's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Shinsei Bank Group reported significant carbon emissions, specifically in Scope 3, with investments contributing approximately 814,000,000 kg CO2e. The bank has not disclosed any Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions data, indicating a focus on upstream emissions related to its investment activities. Currently, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined by Shinsei Bank Group, nor are there any initiatives reported under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of reduction commitments suggests that the bank may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Shinsei Bank Group's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from its own operations. As the financial sector increasingly prioritises sustainability, Shinsei Bank Group's future commitments and actions will be crucial in addressing its carbon footprint and aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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2023
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
814,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Shinsei Bank Group's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shinsei Bank Group's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Shinsei Bank Group'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 Shinsei Bank Group is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Shinsei Bank Group's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Investments" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

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2023
Investments
100%

Shinsei Bank Group'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.

Shinsei Bank Group has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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