Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC) is a prominent French public financial institution headquartered in Paris, France. Established in 1816, CDC plays a crucial role in the French economy, focusing on financing public projects and supporting sustainable development across various regions, including metropolitan France and overseas territories. Operating primarily in the banking and investment sectors, CDC offers a range of services, including asset management, infrastructure financing, and social housing investments. Its unique position as a public institution allows it to prioritise long-term economic growth and social equity. Notable achievements include its significant contributions to urban development and renewable energy projects, reinforcing its status as a leader in responsible investment. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations continues to shape the future of public finance in France.
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In 2023, Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,230,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 810,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,660,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,120,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 390,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,380,000,000 kg CO2e. CDC has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to achieve net-zero emissions across its investment portfolios by 2050, as part of its founding membership in the Net Zero Asset Owner Alliance. The organisation aims for a 55% reduction in carbon intensity (CO2 emissions per euro invested) for its directly held listed equities and corporate bond portfolios by 2030, using 31 December 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, CDC has committed to reducing the carbon intensity of its real estate investment portfolio by 50% by 2030. In terms of operational emissions, La Banque Postale, a subsidiary of CDC, has pledged to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% from 2019 levels by 2030. Furthermore, CDC aims for 100% of its controllable emissions to be carbon-free by 2025. Overall, CDC's climate strategy is aligned with a long-term vision of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, with interim targets set to ensure progress towards these goals.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,970,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 299,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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