Kotak Mahindra Bank
Kotak Mahindra Bank, a prominent player in the Indian banking sector, is headquartered in Mumbai, India. Founded in 1985, the bank has evolved from a financial services company into a full-fledged commercial bank, officially receiving its banking licence in 2003. With a strong presence across major operational regions in India, Kotak Mahindra Bank offers a diverse range of financial products and services, including retail banking, corporate banking, and wealth management. The bank is renowned for its innovative digital banking solutions and customer-centric approach, setting it apart in a competitive market. As one of the leading private sector banks in India, Kotak Mahindra Bank has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position and numerous awards for excellence in service and technology. Its commitment to financial inclusion and sustainable growth continues to drive its success in the industry.
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Kotak Mahindra Bank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kotak Mahindra Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10352,700 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 102,447,500 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 47,005,300 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2023, where the bank's emissions were approximately 8,403,900 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 85,788,900 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 73,842,900 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The bank has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to carbon accounting. Notably, the Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity per rupee of turnover adjusted for Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) was reported at 0.0034 in 2024, compared to 0.00398 in 2023. Despite the increase in emissions, Kotak Mahindra Bank has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they cascaded any targets from parent organisations. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for further development in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Kotak Mahindra Bank's emissions data reflects the challenges faced in managing carbon footprints within the banking sector, highlighting the importance of establishing clear reduction targets and initiatives to align with global climate goals.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 56,820 | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,003,280 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Kotak Mahindra 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.
