National Australia Bank (NAB) is a leading financial institution headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1893, NAB has grown to become one of the largest banks in the country, serving millions of customers across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. The bank operates primarily in the banking and financial services industry, offering a comprehensive range of products including personal banking, business banking, and wealth management services. NAB is renowned for its commitment to innovation and customer service, with unique offerings such as its digital banking solutions and tailored financial advice. The bank has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as a top employer and its efforts in sustainability and community support. With a strong market position, NAB continues to be a trusted partner for individuals and businesses seeking reliable financial solutions.
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Nab's score of 64 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, NAB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 76,837,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,138,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 49,565,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 71,840,000 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 65,515,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 5,293,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 57,320,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 55,028,000 kg CO2e. NAB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 51% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2025, based on a 2015 baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, NAB is committed to sourcing 100% of its energy from renewable sources by 2025. For Scope 3 emissions, specifically in the thermal coal sector, NAB has set a target for a 100% reduction by 2030, against a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, NAB is working towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050, supporting its customers in their own sustainability efforts. These commitments reflect NAB's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 20,848,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 177,540,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 112,636,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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