Rabobank, officially known as Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A., is a prominent Dutch financial institution headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1898, Rabobank has evolved into a leading player in the global banking sector, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Australia. Specialising in retail and wholesale banking, Rabobank is particularly renowned for its expertise in agribusiness and food production financing. Its unique cooperative model fosters a strong connection with local communities, enabling tailored financial solutions that meet specific regional needs. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Rabobank has achieved notable recognition in the banking industry, consistently ranking among the top banks for customer satisfaction. Its diverse range of services, including personal banking, corporate finance, and investment solutions, positions Rabobank as a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike.
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In 2024, Rabobank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,622,110 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,115,210 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 58,530 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are location-based. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled about 500,420 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (425,100 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, Rabobank's total emissions were approximately 1,990,070 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,037,780 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 55,030 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were significantly higher at about 947,250 kg CO2e, again driven largely by business travel (892,950 kg CO2e). Rabobank's emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been documented in their recent reports. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A. Overall, Rabobank's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions, particularly in the context of business travel, as they work towards enhancing their climate commitments.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 35,204,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 84,879,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 24,263,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Rabobank 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.