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Banco Central do Brasil, often referred to as BCB, is the central bank of Brazil, headquartered in Brasília. Established in 1964, it plays a pivotal role in the country's financial system, overseeing monetary policy, currency issuance, and financial stability. Operating primarily within the "Other services (93)" industry, BCB is instrumental in regulating the banking sector and ensuring the integrity of the national currency, the Brazilian real.
The bank's core services include managing inflation, supervising financial institutions, and facilitating payment systems, which are essential for economic growth. Notably, Banco Central do Brasil has achieved significant milestones, such as the implementation of the Real Plan in the 1990s, which successfully stabilised the economy. With its strategic initiatives and robust regulatory framework, BCB maintains a strong market position, contributing to Brazil's economic resilience and development.
+7 vs industry average
BANCO CENTRAL DO BRASIL’s score of 31 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
BANCO CENTRAL DO BRASIL's reported Scope 3 emissions for 2025 were 177,000 kg CO2e, specifically from waste generated in operations. In 2023, the organisation's total emissions were 6,465,000 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 1,965,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The 2022 total emissions were also 6,465,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,965,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,500,000 kg CO2e.
BANCO CENTRAL DO BRASIL is actively working towards making its operations greener, participating in the NGFS working group. While specific percentage reduction targets are not available, this commitment suggests a focus on reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions within the near term (2023-2025).
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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