SMBC Group
SMBC Group, officially known as Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Group, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 2001, the group has rapidly expanded its presence across major operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and the Americas, solidifying its position in the global banking industry. Specialising in a diverse range of services, SMBC Group offers corporate banking, investment banking, and asset management, distinguished by its commitment to customer-centric solutions and innovative financial products. The bank has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its robust risk management practices and sustainable finance initiatives, positioning it as a trusted partner in the financial sector. With a strong market presence, SMBC Group continues to enhance its reputation as a key player in the global financial landscape.
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Industry Average
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SMBC Group's score of 41 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
SMBC Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SMBC Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18944790 kg CO2e, comprising 178000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 815000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 228852150 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a notable reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from business travel and waste generated in operations. In 2022, the group's emissions were about 19248790 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 416000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1078000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 114480 kg CO2e. The data shows a slight decrease in total emissions from 2022 to 2023, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage their carbon footprint. For 2021, SMBC Group's emissions totalled approximately 20136970 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 19100000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 160600000 kg CO2e, alongside 7620 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The emissions intensity per employee for Scope 1 and 2 was reported at 2820 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, SMBC Group has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction goals suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the financial sector, particularly in addressing Scope 3 emissions, which represent a substantial portion of their overall carbon footprint.
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Get Started| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 19,100,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 160,600,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,620 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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SMBC Group is not committed to any 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.
