Yapı Kredi, officially known as Yapı ve Kredi Bankası A.Ş., is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey. Established in 1944, it has grown to become a key player in the Turkish banking sector, offering a wide range of services including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment solutions. With a strong presence across major operational regions in Turkey, Yapı Kredi is recognised for its innovative digital banking services and customer-centric approach. The bank's core products, such as personal loans, credit cards, and investment services, are designed to meet diverse customer needs, setting it apart in a competitive market. Yapı Kredi has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the first banks in Turkey to introduce internet banking, solidifying its position as a leader in financial technology. Its commitment to excellence has earned it numerous awards, reflecting its status as a trusted financial partner in the region.
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In 2023, Yapi Kredi reported total carbon emissions of approximately 61,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 18,415,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 35,598,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 12,560,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which include business travel, employee commuting, purchased goods and services, and waste generated in operations. Comparatively, in 2022, the bank's emissions were about 54,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 14,555,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 35,862,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year. Yapi Kredi has committed to near-term targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for reductions consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Their targets cover approximately 29% of total investment and lending by total assets as of 2021. However, the bank has not yet committed to a net-zero target. Overall, Yapi Kredi's emissions data reflects their ongoing efforts to monitor and manage their carbon footprint while setting ambitious targets for future reductions.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 14,665,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 46,218,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 13,666,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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