Standard Chartered PLC
Standard Chartered PLC, a leading international banking group, is headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1969, the bank has established a strong presence in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, focusing on providing a diverse range of financial services. With a commitment to innovation, Standard Chartered offers unique products in retail banking, corporate banking, and wealth management, catering to both individual and institutional clients. The bank is renowned for its expertise in emerging markets, positioning itself as a trusted partner in these regions. Notable achievements include a robust digital banking platform and a strong emphasis on sustainable finance, reflecting its dedication to responsible banking practices. As a prominent player in the global banking industry, Standard Chartered continues to enhance its market position through strategic initiatives and a customer-centric approach.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Standard Chartered PLC'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Standard Chartered PLC's score of 45 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Standard Chartered PLC's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Standard Chartered PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,049,721,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,785,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,200,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 4,064,721,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were around 4,985,000,000 kg CO2e. The bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, as well as in its financed emissions by 2050. These targets reflect a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and align with industry standards for climate action. Standard Chartered's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The bank's ongoing initiatives and targets demonstrate its dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainability within the financial sector.
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| 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 3,785,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,200,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,064,721,000 |
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Standard Chartered PLC is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
