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Financial Intermediation
US
updated 6 months ago

The Private Bank of California

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The Private Bank of California, often referred to as PBC, is a distinguished financial institution headquartered in the United States. Established in 2007, the bank has carved a niche in the private banking and wealth management sector, primarily serving clients in California and surrounding regions. Specialising in personalised banking solutions, PBC offers a range of core services, including private banking, investment management, and tailored lending solutions. What sets The Private Bank of California apart is its commitment to bespoke client service and a deep understanding of individual financial needs. With a strong market position, the bank has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its innovative approach to wealth management. The Private Bank of California continues to be a trusted partner for high-net-worth individuals seeking comprehensive financial strategies.

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How does The Private Bank of California'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.

25

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.

28

Industry Benchmark

The Private Bank of California's score of 25 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Private Bank of California's reported carbon emissions

The Private Bank of California currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. However, it is important to note that emissions data may be inherited from its parent company, Banc of California, Inc., at a cascade level of 4. This means that any climate commitments or emissions performance metrics would be reflective of the broader corporate family’s initiatives. As of now, The Private Bank of California has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges. The lack of documented reduction initiatives suggests that the bank may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. In the context of the banking industry, many institutions are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon neutrality, often setting ambitious targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other frameworks. The Private Bank of California may benefit from aligning its future commitments with these industry standards to enhance its environmental impact and transparency. Overall, while specific emissions data and reduction targets are currently unavailable, the bank's relationship with Banc of California, Inc. may provide a pathway for future climate action and reporting.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Private Bank of California'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 The Private Bank of California is in US, which has a low 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.

The Private Bank of California 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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