Ocbc Bank
OCBC Bank, officially known as Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Singapore (SG). Established in 1932, OCBC Bank has grown to become one of the largest banks in Southeast Asia, with a strong presence in key markets including Malaysia, Indonesia, and Greater China. The bank operates primarily in the banking and financial services industry, offering a comprehensive range of products and services such as personal banking, corporate banking, wealth management, and insurance. OCBC Bank is renowned for its innovative digital banking solutions and customer-centric approach, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, OCBC Bank has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted financial partner in the region.
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Ocbc Bank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, OCBC Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,980,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 132,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 35,373,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 3,475,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the bank's total emissions were about 27,492,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 142,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 23,501,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 3,849,000 kg CO2e. OCBC Bank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its banking operations by 2024. The bank has also established a target to reduce financed emissions in the Oil & Gas sector by 35% by 2030, with a notable reduction of 19% already achieved from a baseline of 14.9 million tonnes CO2e to 12.1 million tonnes CO2e in 2022. Additionally, the bank has reported an 8% reduction in financed emissions intensity for the Steel sector and a 9% reduction for the Power sector, both measured against their respective baselines. Looking ahead, OCBC aims to achieve a 55% reduction in emissions by 2030 and net zero by 2040 for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. For Scope 3 emissions, the bank targets a 66% reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050. These commitments reflect OCBC's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its alignment with global sustainability goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 71,361,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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