Crédit Agricole, also known as the "Green Bank," is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Italy. Established in 1894, it has evolved into a leading player in the banking and financial services industry, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. The bank primarily focuses on retail banking, corporate banking, and asset management, offering a diverse range of products and services tailored to meet the needs of individuals and businesses alike. With a commitment to sustainable finance, Crédit Agricole distinguishes itself through innovative solutions that promote environmental responsibility. The bank has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as one of the largest cooperative banks in the world. Its market position is bolstered by a robust network of branches and a reputation for customer-centric service, making it a trusted choice for financial needs in Italy and across its operational regions.
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In 2023, Crédit Agricole reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23,373,900 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 8,444,700 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The bank's Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services, were about 15,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 26,315,500 kg CO2e in 2022 and a reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 9,487,300 kg CO2e in the same year. Crédit Agricole has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 75% reduction in absolute emissions from oil and gas operations by 2030, a significant increase from a previous target of 30%. Additionally, the bank plans to reduce the intensity of emissions from its financed portfolio of commercial buildings by 40% by 2025, aligning with the Carbon Risk Real Estate Management (CRREM) scenario for a 1.5 °C pathway. Looking further ahead, Crédit Agricole aims to halve the total annual greenhouse gas emissions of the sector by 2050. These initiatives demonstrate Crédit Agricole's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across various scopes of emissions.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 24,982,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,681,300 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Crédit Agricole 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.