BRAC Bank sets benchmark with first-ever GHG disclosure in Bangladesh

Published on March 13, 2024

In a proactive initiative, BRAC Bank has become the first bank in Bangladesh to disclose its Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at the portfolio level, focusing primarily on business loans, which account for 81% of its total portfolio. 

This pioneering disclosure marks a significant milestone in the banking industry's journey towards transparency and accountability in environmental impacts.

Amidst evolving global regulations in the sustainability sphere, BRAC Bank's proactive approach places it at the vanguard of these important changes. The bank's Sustainability Report, endorsed by the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) for maintaining its standard and published on its website, is a testament to its commitment to international sustainability reporting standards. Continue reading

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