BNP Paribas, a leading global banking and financial services provider, is headquartered in Paris, France. Founded in 2000 through the merger of Banque Nationale de Paris and Paribas, the institution has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. Operating within the banking industry, BNP Paribas offers a diverse range of services, including retail banking, investment solutions, and asset management. The bank is renowned for its innovative products, such as sustainable financing and tailored leasing solutions, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to responsible banking, BNP Paribas has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as one of the world's largest banks by assets. Its strategic focus on digital transformation and customer-centric services further solidifies its position as a key player in the global financial landscape.
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In 2023, BNP Paribas reported a carbon footprint of approximately 453,530,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, 120,659,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 75,850,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. The bank has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 20% reduction in emissions per full-time equivalent (FTE) by 2025 compared to 2019 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, BNP Paribas is committed to reducing its credit exposure to oil and gas exploration and production activities by 12% between 2020 and 2025, which encompasses both upstream and downstream Scope 3 emissions. The bank has also pledged to maintain operational greenhouse gas emissions below 1.85 tCO2eq/FTE by 2025, representing a 16.6% reduction from 2020 levels. Looking towards the future, BNP Paribas has outlined a long-term goal of achieving net-zero portfolio emissions by 2050 or sooner, as part of its Net Zero Roadmap. This commitment reflects the bank's dedication to aligning its operations with global climate goals and contributing to the energy transition. All emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from BNP Paribas SA, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 62,148,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 183,092,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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