China Construction Bank (CCB), headquartered in Beijing, China, is one of the largest financial institutions in the world. Founded in 1954, CCB has established a strong presence in various regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America, providing a wide range of banking and financial services. As a key player in the banking industry, CCB focuses on corporate banking, personal banking, and treasury operations. Its core products include loans, deposits, and wealth management services, distinguished by innovative digital solutions that enhance customer experience. With a robust market position, CCB has consistently ranked among the top banks globally, recognised for its financial strength and extensive network. The bank's commitment to sustainable development and technological advancement further solidifies its reputation as a leader in the financial sector.
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China Construction Bank's score of 50 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, China Construction Bank (CCB) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 1,584,122,240 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions globally. This figure reflects the bank's operational impact, with no Scope 3 emissions data disclosed for this year. CCB has set ambitious near-term climate commitments aimed at reducing carbon emissions across its operations. The bank plans to establish a comprehensive "carbon emission management platform" by 2025, which will enhance its ability to collect, analyse, and apply data on energy and resource consumption. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen its capacity for carbon reduction, specifically targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2022, CCB's global emissions included approximately 69,497,110 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,613,315,090 kg CO2e from Scope 2, alongside substantial Scope 3 emissions of about 18,246,296,320 kg CO2e. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Overall, CCB's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident in its strategic initiatives and the establishment of a robust emissions management framework, positioning the bank to contribute positively to global climate goals.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,948,780 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 258,872,220 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
China Construction Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 7% last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
China Construction Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
