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National Bank Of Canada

The National Bank of Canada (Banque Nationale du Canada), headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, is a prominent player in the Canadian banking industry. Founded in 1859, it has established itself as a leading financial institution, primarily serving the provinces of Quebec and Ontario, while also expanding its reach across Canada. Specialising in personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and financial markets, the National Bank offers a diverse range of core products and services, including innovative digital banking solutions. Its commitment to customer service and community engagement sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, the National Bank of Canada has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainable practices and technological advancements. As a trusted financial partner, it continues to adapt to the evolving needs of its clients, ensuring a robust presence in the Canadian financial sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does National Bank Of Canada's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

National Bank Of Canada's score of 37 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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National Bank Of Canada's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the National Bank of Canada reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,392,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,237,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 13,491,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 5,664,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the bank's total emissions were about 17,994,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,484,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 12,039,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 3,471,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. The National Bank of Canada has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the bank is actively monitoring its emissions across all three scopes, which is essential for understanding its overall carbon footprint and informing future sustainability strategies.

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2,832,000
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Scope 2
11,860,000
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Scope 3
6,156,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. National Bank Of Canada's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for National Bank Of Canada is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

National Bank Of Canada is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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