United Overseas Bank
United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a leading financial institution headquartered in Singapore (SG), with a strong presence across Southeast Asia and beyond. Founded in 1935, UOB has established itself as a key player in the banking industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including personal banking, corporate banking, and wealth management. UOB is renowned for its innovative financial solutions, such as its digital banking services and tailored investment products, which cater to the diverse needs of its customers. The bank's commitment to customer-centricity and sustainability has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the financial sector. With a rich history and a focus on growth, UOB continues to expand its footprint while maintaining a strong reputation for reliability and excellence in service.
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United Overseas Bank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, United Overseas Bank (UOB) reported significant carbon emissions, with a total of approximately 73,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions globally. This includes 24,900,000 kg CO2e from Singapore, 18,600,000 kg CO2e from Indonesia, 15,000,000 kg CO2e from Malaysia, 11,200,000 kg CO2e from Thailand, and 300,000 kg CO2e from Vietnam. The bank's total emissions for the same year were approximately 15,800,000 kg CO2e, which included 5,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 8,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. UOB has set an ambitious target to reduce its combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by 25% by 2030, starting from 2018 levels. This commitment reflects the bank's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The bank's emissions data is sourced directly from United Overseas Bank Limited, with no cascading from a parent organization. Overall, UOB's climate commitments and emissions data demonstrate a clear focus on sustainability and a commitment to reducing its environmental impact in the financial sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,740,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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United Overseas Bank 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.
