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Truist Financial Corporation, commonly known as Truist, is a prominent American bank headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Established in 2019 through the merger of BB&T and SunTrust, Truist has quickly become a key player in the financial services industry, primarily serving the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. Truist offers a comprehensive range of banking and financial solutions, including personal and commercial banking, investment services, and insurance. What sets Truist apart is its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions, aiming to enhance the banking experience through technology and personalised service. With a strong market position, Truist is recognised for its robust asset base and extensive branch network, making it one of the largest financial institutions in the US. The company continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its dedication to community engagement and sustainable growth.
How does Truist'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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Truist's score of 49 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Truist reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13765000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 21000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (with a market-based total of 139612000 kg CO2e), and 34824000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Notably, Truist's emissions for Scope 1 have decreased from about 14535000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions have also seen a reduction from approximately 168687000 kg CO2e in the previous year. The company has made significant strides in reducing its energy consumption, achieving a 25% reduction in energy use by 2019, which equates to a decrease of about 1.32 million pounds of carbon dioxide, three years ahead of its goal. Truist's commitment to sustainability is evident in its ongoing initiatives and targets, although specific future reduction targets have not been detailed in the provided data. The company is actively working towards enhancing its climate strategy, aligning with industry standards and best practices. Overall, Truist's emissions data and reduction achievements underscore its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, contributing to a more sustainable future.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 17,524,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 218,277,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 100,208,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Truist 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.