O-Bank Co Ltd

Common Name
O-Bank
Country
Taiwan
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Banks - Regional
Employees
1,526
Ticker
2897
Exchange
TAIWAN STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
O-Bank Co. Ltd. is a diversified financial institution headquartered in Taiwan, recognized for providing a comprehensive suite of banking and financial services. Its core function revolves around offe...

O-Bank's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2023, O-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).

O-Bank has also provided a category-level breakdown for 5 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind O-Bank’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. O-Bank's Annual Report 2023
a. O-Bank's Annual Report 2023
b. O-Bank's Webpage captured from company’s website 2023
b. O-Bank's Webpage captured from company’s website 2023

Insights into O-Bank's Operational Emissions

In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of O-Bank amounted to 3,125.65 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 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of O-Bank decreased by 0.38%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

O-Bank's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202120222023075150225300tCO2e+21%+6%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are O-Bank's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of O-Bank were 287.07 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has O-Bank reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, O-Bank's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 27.45%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2022), O-Bank's Scope 1 emissions increased by 5.72%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are O-Bank's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2023, O-Bank reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,471.59 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 2,838.58 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has O-Bank reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2021, O-Bank's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that O-Bank 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a b

Compared to the previous year (2022), O-Bank's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that O-Bank 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does O-Bank use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2023, O-Bank reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

O-Bank's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20212022202307501.5 k2.25 k3 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into O-Bank's Value Chain Emissions

In 2023, O-Bank reported 1,550.9 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 2023 disclosure of O-Bank includes a breakdown across 5 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

O-Bank's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20212022202304008001.2 k1.6 ktCO2e+91%+21%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are O-Bank's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, O-Bank reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,550.9 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

Has O-Bank reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2021, O-Bank's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 130.18%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2022), O-Bank's Scope 3 emissions increased by 20.69%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does O-Bank disclose?

In 2023, O-Bank reported emissions for 5 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of O-Bank's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, the largest contributors to O-Bank's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 637.6 tCO₂e (41.11%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 568.37 tCO₂e (36.65%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 201.45 tCO₂e (12.99%)

O-Bank's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Employee Commuting(Cat. 7)(41.1%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(13.0%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(36.6%)

Insights into O-Bank’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2023, O-Bank reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 287.07 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 304 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.94 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

O-Bank's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1001,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1002001,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)PKEMHICKTCTChina Man-Made FiberYear: 2023Scope 1: 390,661 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,199Scope 1 Intensity: 325.94 tCO2e/$MPPPresident SecuritiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 283 tCO2eRevenue: $M 363Scope 1 Intensity: 0.78 tCO2e/$MKKKing's Town BankYear: 2023Scope 1: 304 tCO2eRevenue: $M 320Scope 1 Intensity: 0.95 tCO2e/$MEEE.SUN Financial HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,403 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,298Scope 1 Intensity: 1.05 tCO2e/$MMMMega Financial HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,639 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,503Scope 1 Intensity: 1.05 tCO2e/$MHHHua Nan Financial HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,552 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,009Scope 1 Intensity: 1.27 tCO2e/$MIIIBF Financial HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 349 tCO2eRevenue: $M 239Scope 1 Intensity: 1.46 tCO2e/$MCTBC Financial HoldingYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,132 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,279Scope 1 Intensity: 0.97 tCO2e/$MCCChailease HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,868 tCO2eRevenue: $M 710Scope 1 Intensity: 6.85 tCO2e/$MKKKGI Financial HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,525 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,295Scope 1 Intensity: 0.66 tCO2e/$MSCSBYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,332 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,561Scope 1 Intensity: 1.49 tCO2e/$MCathay Financial HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,602 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,018Scope 1 Intensity: 0.78 tCO2e/$MTTTCFHCYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,738 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,008Scope 1 Intensity: 1.36 tCO2e/$MCCCapital SecuritiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 404 tCO2eRevenue: $M 619Scope 1 Intensity: 0.65 tCO2e/$MYuanta Financial HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,125 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,686Scope 1 Intensity: 0.31 tCO2e/$MFEIBYear: 2023Scope 1: 307 tCO2eRevenue: $M 414Scope 1 Intensity: 0.74 tCO2e/$MMercuries Life InsuranceYear: 2023Scope 1: 518 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,017Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MSinopac Financial HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,508 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,722Scope 1 Intensity: 0.88 tCO2e/$MTTTS Financial HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,932 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,644Scope 1 Intensity: 0.73 tCO2e/$MTaiwan Business BankYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,155 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,039Scope 1 Intensity: 1.11 tCO2e/$MO-BankYear: 2023Scope 1: 287 tCO2eRevenue: $M 304Scope 1 Intensity: 0.94 tCO2e/$M

How does O-Bank's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2023, O-Bank reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.94 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.96 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does O-Bank rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2023, O-Bank ranked 10 out of 20 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into O-Bank's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2023, O-Bank reported a total carbon footprint of 4,676.55 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 5.74% increase compared to 2022, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to O-Bank's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 60.7% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 33.16%. a

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