Amalgamated Financial
Amalgamated Financial, often referred to as Amalgamated Bank, is a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, excluding insurance and pension funding. Headquartered in the United States, the bank has established a significant presence in major operational regions across the country. Founded in 1923, Amalgamated has a rich history marked by its commitment to social responsibility and community-focused banking.
The bank offers a range of core products and services, including commercial banking, personal banking, and investment services, distinguished by their emphasis on ethical practices and support for progressive causes. Amalgamated Financial has garnered recognition for its market position as a leader in socially responsible banking, making it a preferred choice for clients seeking both financial growth and social impact.
+20 vs industry average
Amalgamated Financial’s score of 57 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Amalgamated Financial's reported carbon emissions
Amalgamated Financial, headquartered in the US and operating within financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services, has reported a total of approximately 6.47 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions in 2024. This figure is derived from Scope 1 emissions of about 81,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 801,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 5.59 million kg CO2e.
For 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 6.29 million kg CO2e, comprising about 72,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 678,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based and location-based combined), and roughly 5.54 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Amalgamated Financial has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for an overall reduction of 49% in its total direct and indirect emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2030, using 2020 as a baseline. Furthermore, the organisation targets absolute zero emissions in its direct operations, meaning Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, by 2030.
Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were significantly driven by purchased goods and services, contributing approximately 4.92 million kg CO2e. Other notable contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2024 included fuel and energy-related activities (about 251,200 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 282,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, purchased goods and services also represented the largest portion of Scope 3 emissions, at about 4.88 million kg CO2e.
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Amalgamated Financial’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
49% reduction in all scopes
Achieve an overall 49% reduction of our total direct and indirect emissions (Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3) by 2030, against a 2020 baseline…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2024
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