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Financial Intermediation
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updated a month ago

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited

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Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited, often referred to as TMB, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Tuticorin, India. Established in 1921, the bank has a rich history of serving the southern regions of India, particularly Tamil Nadu, with a strong focus on retail and corporate banking services. TMB offers a diverse range of products, including savings accounts, loans, and investment services, distinguished by their customer-centric approach and competitive interest rates. Over the years, the bank has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its branch network and the introduction of digital banking solutions, enhancing accessibility for its customers. With a solid market position, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank has garnered a reputation for reliability and innovation in the banking sector, making it a trusted choice for individuals and businesses alike.

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How does Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited'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.

12

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited's score of 12 is lower than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited reported a total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity of approximately 0.000377 kg CO2e per rupee of turnover. For 2024, this figure improved slightly to about 0.000341 kg CO2e per rupee of turnover. However, specific absolute emissions data for these years is not disclosed, indicating a lack of detailed emissions reporting. Currently, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank does not have any publicly stated reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, as it operates independently in this regard. Overall, while the bank has made some progress in emissions intensity, the absence of comprehensive emissions data and reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited'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. This request for Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited is not participating in any 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.

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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