Firstrand
FirstRand Limited, commonly known as FirstRand, is a leading financial services group headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1998, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the banking and financial services industry, with significant operations across Southern Africa and select international markets. FirstRand offers a diverse range of products and services, including retail and commercial banking, investment banking, and insurance solutions. Its unique approach combines innovative technology with customer-centric services, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. The group is renowned for its strong market position, consistently achieving notable milestones, such as being one of the largest financial institutions in Africa. With a commitment to sustainable growth and community development, FirstRand continues to enhance its reputation as a trusted financial partner, driving economic progress in the regions it serves.
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Firstrand's score of 25 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Firstrand's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, FirstRand reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,186,543,000 kg CO2e and combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of about 1,775,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects FirstRand's proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for carbon reduction. In 2021, FirstRand's total emissions were approximately 166,964,250 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 153,607,110 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 6,678,570 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a consistent effort to monitor and disclose its emissions, although data for Scope 3 emissions has not been disclosed in recent reports. FirstRand's climate commitments are indicative of a broader trend within the financial sector, where institutions are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and the need to mitigate their environmental impact. The company's targets are designed to enhance its operational efficiency while contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2008 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 67,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 144,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
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Firstrand 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.
