Swedbank
Swedbank AB, commonly referred to as Swedbank, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1820, the bank has evolved into a prominent player in the Nordic and Baltic regions, providing a wide range of banking services to millions of customers. Operating primarily in Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, Swedbank focuses on retail banking, corporate banking, and asset management. Its core offerings include personal and business accounts, loans, mortgages, and investment services, distinguished by a strong commitment to digital innovation and customer-centric solutions. With a robust market position, Swedbank has achieved notable milestones, including a significant presence in sustainable finance, reflecting its dedication to responsible banking practices. The bank continues to be recognised for its stability and customer trust, making it a key player in the European banking landscape.
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Swedbank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Swedbank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,253,729,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 853,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 3,417,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 10,249,459,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This marks a notable increase from previous years, where in 2023, the bank's total emissions were about 3,355,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 692,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,678,000 kg CO2e. Swedbank has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to align its aggregate fund capital with the Paris Agreement's target to limit global warming to 1.5°C by 2025. Additionally, the bank has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a near-term target to reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from 2019 levels by 2030. These initiatives reflect Swedbank's dedication to sustainable financing and responsible environmental stewardship within the financial sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,583,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 19,893,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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