- Labor shortage in the shinkin bank community.
- Declining birthrate, aging population, and decreasing number of business establishments in regional communities.
- SMEs' lack of awareness and resources for decarbonization.
- Climate change risks (transition and physical risks).
Shinkin Central Bank (SCB)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2024 reporting, Shinkin Central Bank (SCB) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 9.5K tCO2e/year (FY2023). By scope: Scope 1: 1.8K tCO2e/year (FY2023); Scope 2: 7.6K tCO2e/year (FY2023). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
9.5K tCO2e/year (FY2023)
2024
Energy Use
197 kWh/m2 (FY2023)
2024
📊 Emissions by Scope (2024)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 1.8K tCO2e/year (FY2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 7.6K tCO2e/year (FY2023) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2) to 9,474 t-CO2e in FY2023, targeting virtually zero by FY2030. Implemented decarbonization measures such as switching to renewable energy and introducing hybrid/electric vehicles.
- Achieved a 47.2% reduction in electric power consumption in FY2023 compared to FY2009.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2) to less than 2,000 t-CO2e by FY2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve virtually zero greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by FY2030.
- Achieve a cumulative total of ¥3 trillion in ESG investments and loans from FY2021 to FY2030.
- Reduce investments and loans financing coal-fired power plants by 50% by FY2030 and to zero by FY2040.
🔭 Long-term
- Contribute to carbon neutrality by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeHuman RightsRegional DevelopmentSustainable Economies and SocietiesSDGs