Bank Of China
Bank of China (BOC), one of the oldest and most prestigious financial institutions in China, was founded in 1912. Headquartered in Beijing, CN, BOC operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, providing a wide range of banking and financial services. As a key player in the banking industry, BOC offers services including corporate banking, personal banking, investment banking, and wealth management, distinguished by its strong international presence and comprehensive product offerings. With a commitment to innovation and customer service, Bank of China has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first Chinese banks to establish a global footprint. Its market position is reinforced by its ranking among the largest banks in the world, making it a trusted partner for both individual and corporate clients seeking reliable financial solutions.
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How does Bank Of China'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.
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Bank Of China's score of 51 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bank Of China's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, the Bank of China (BOC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,215,599,000 kg CO2e, comprising 77,288,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,138,311,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the bank generated about 11,592,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to waste generated in operations. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were approximately 1,594,093,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 84,740,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 1,509,353,000 kg CO2e. The Bank of China has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in absolute carbon emissions by 2025 from a 2019 baseline for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, BOC plans to achieve operational carbon neutrality within its London Branch and BOC (UK) by 2030, with ongoing efforts to assist upstream and downstream companies in reducing emissions through supply chain management. In terms of long-term goals, BOC aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2050, using 2020 as the baseline year. The bank has also committed to ceasing financing for new coal mining and coal power projects outside of China since the fourth quarter of 2021, except for already contracted projects. Overall, the Bank of China's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with specific targets and initiatives aimed at reducing their carbon footprint in the coming years.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 88,718,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,498,463,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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Bank Of China 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.
