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Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc

Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc, commonly referred to as Sterling Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Nigeria (NG). Established in 1960, the bank has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey to becoming a leading player in the Nigerian banking sector. Sterling Bank operates primarily in retail and commercial banking, offering a diverse range of services including loans, savings accounts, and investment products. What sets Sterling apart is its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions, catering to the unique needs of its clientele. With a strong market position, Sterling Financial Holdings has garnered recognition for its robust financial performance and dedication to sustainable banking practices. The bank continues to expand its operational footprint across Nigeria, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in financial services.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sterling Financial Holdings Company 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.

20

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc's score of 20 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc's reported carbon emissions

Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc, headquartered in Nigeria (NG), currently does not have available data on carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been reported. Consequently, there are no defined reduction targets or climate commitments outlined by the company at this time. In the context of the financial industry, many companies are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and are setting ambitious climate goals. However, without specific data or commitments from Sterling Financial Holdings, it is unclear how they align with industry standards for carbon reduction and climate action. As the global focus on climate change intensifies, it is essential for companies like Sterling Financial Holdings to establish clear emissions reporting and reduction strategies to contribute effectively to climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc is headquartered in NG, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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