China Construction Bank Corp

Common Name
China Construction Bank
Country
China (Mainland)
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Banks - Diversified
Employees
376,847
Ticker
601939
Exchange
SHANGHAI STOCK EXCHANGE
Website
www.ccb.cn
Description
China Construction Bank Corporation is a leading commercial bank headquartered in Beijing, China, known for its comprehensive banking services. Its primary function is to serve a wide range of financi...

China Construction Bank's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, China Construction Bank completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

China Construction Bank has also provided a category-level breakdown for 2 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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a. China Construction Bank's Sustainability Report 2024
a. China Construction Bank's Sustainability Report 2024
b. China Construction Bank's CSR Report 2023
b. China Construction Bank's CSR Report 2023

Insights into China Construction Bank's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of China Construction Bank amounted to 1,307,734.21 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of China Construction Bank decreased by 20.65%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

China Construction Bank's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024035 k70 k105 k140 ktCO2e-45%-8%0%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are China Construction Bank's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of China Construction Bank were 63,760.24 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has China Construction Bank reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, China Construction Bank's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 49.94%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), China Construction Bank's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that China Construction Bank's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint. a

What are China Construction Bank's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,243,973.97 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a

Has China Construction Bank reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2021, China Construction Bank's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 17.95%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), China Construction Bank's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 21.47% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a

What methodology does China Construction Bank use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a

China Construction Bank's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20212022202320240450 k900 k1.35 M1.8 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into China Construction Bank's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported 20,288.51 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of China Construction Bank includes a breakdown across 2 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 1 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

China Construction Bank's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2023202405.5 k11 k16.5 k22 ktCO2e+15%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are China Construction Bank's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported total Scope 3 emissions of 20,288.51 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), China Construction Bank's Scope 3 emissions increased by 15.26%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does China Construction Bank disclose?

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported emissions for 2 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of China Construction Bank's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to China Construction Bank's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 19,415.9 tCO₂e (95.7%)
  • Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 872.6 tCO₂e (4.3%)

China Construction Bank's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Waste Generated inOperations (Cat. 5)(4.3%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(95.7%)

Insights into China Construction Bank’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 63,760.24 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 102,707 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.62 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

China Construction Bank's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

202005,00050,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1001,0005,00050,000500,000Revenues (Millions of USD)ACSBUPSHSAAAgricultural Bank of ChinaYear: 2024Scope 1: 165,276 tCO2eRevenue: $M 97,353Scope 1 Intensity: 1.70 tCO2e/$MChina Merchants BankYear: 2024Scope 1: 53,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 45,881Scope 1 Intensity: 1.16 tCO2e/$MChina Life InsuranceYear: 2024Scope 1: 95,978 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,506Scope 1 Intensity: 2.31 tCO2e/$MICBCYear: 2024Scope 1: 99,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 111,986Scope 1 Intensity: 0.89 tCO2e/$MCCChangjiang SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 632 tCO2eRevenue: $M 966Scope 1 Intensity: 0.65 tCO2e/$MSSSoochow SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 704 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,571Scope 1 Intensity: 0.45 tCO2e/$MBBBank of GuizhouYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,321 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,915Scope 1 Intensity: 1.21 tCO2e/$MPing An BankYear: 2023Scope 1: 19,221 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,155Scope 1 Intensity: 0.83 tCO2e/$MBank of CommunicationsYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,935 tCO2eRevenue: $M 35,409Scope 1 Intensity: 0.56 tCO2e/$MCaitong SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 121 tCO2eRevenue: $M 840Scope 1 Intensity: 0.14 tCO2e/$MUUUniversal MedicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,048Scope 1 Intensity: 3.01 tCO2e/$MBank of ChangshaYear: 2023Scope 1: 862 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,501Scope 1 Intensity: 0.25 tCO2e/$MChina Zheshang BankYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,464 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,016Scope 1 Intensity: 0.38 tCO2e/$MSealand SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 66 tCO2eRevenue: $M 583Scope 1 Intensity: 0.11 tCO2e/$MChina Great Wall SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 102 tCO2eRevenue: $M 466Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MCITIC SecuritiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,265 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,728Scope 1 Intensity: 0.14 tCO2e/$MPPPostal Savings Bank of ChinaYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,547 tCO2eRevenue: $M 32,138Scope 1 Intensity: 0.17 tCO2e/$MFirst Capital SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 177 tCO2eRevenue: $M 328Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MChina Pacific Insurance GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 44,275 tCO2eRevenue: $M 42,679Scope 1 Intensity: 1.04 tCO2e/$MSPD BankYear: 2023Scope 1: 900 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,390Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MBank of ChinaYear: 2024Scope 1: 77,288 tCO2eRevenue: $M 86,240Scope 1 Intensity: 0.90 tCO2e/$MSSSinolink SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 216 tCO2eRevenue: $M 940Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MHHHuishang BankYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,519 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,036Scope 1 Intensity: 0.50 tCO2e/$MSSShanghai Rural Commercial BankYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,917 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,545Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MChina Construction BankYear: 2024Scope 1: 63,760 tCO2eRevenue: $M 102,707Scope 1 Intensity: 0.62 tCO2e/$M

How does China Construction Bank's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.62 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.54 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does China Construction Bank rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, China Construction Bank ranked 15 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

China Construction Bank is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into China Construction Bank's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, China Construction Bank reported a total carbon footprint of 1,328,022.72 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 20.27% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to China Construction Bank's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 93.67% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 4.8%. a

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