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Banorte, officially known as Grupo Financiero Banorte, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Mexico (MX). Established in 1899, it has evolved into a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically excluding insurance and pension funding services. With a strong presence across major operational regions in Mexico, Banorte offers a diverse range of core products and services, including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment services.
Renowned for its customer-centric approach, Banorte distinguishes itself through innovative financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of individuals and businesses alike. The bank has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as one of the largest banks in Mexico by assets, solidifying its market position. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on sustainable growth, Banorte continues to play a vital role in the financial landscape of Mexico.
+35 vs industry average
Banorte’s score of 72 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Banorte, a financial intermediation services company headquartered in Mexico, reported an estimated total of 57,893,900 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2025. Their Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 38,127,900 kg CO2e, with a significant portion, 11,066,229,000 kg CO2e, attributed to investments.
In 2024, Banorte's total Scope 1 emissions were 3,114,800 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were 50,519,600 kg CO2e. Their Scope 3 emissions in 2024 included 20,056,900 kg CO2e from capital goods, 1,054,000 kg CO2e from business travel, and 7,120,100 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services.
Looking back to 2023, Banorte's Scope 1 emissions were 3,424,900 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were 58,942,300 kg CO2e. Key Scope 3 categories for 2023 included capital goods at 18,013,000 kg CO2e, business travel at 1,298,000 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services at 11,708,000 kg CO2e.
Banorte has set several climate commitments. Notably, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42.1% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. They previously targeted a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 intensity (tonnes CO2e/FTE) by 2020, against a 2009 baseline.
Banorte has also set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) near-term targets, classified as 1.5°C compatible, for 2030 (also cited as 2026 in another SBTi entry). These targets cover greenhouse gas emissions from company operations (Scopes 1 and 2). Their portfolio targets cover 22% of total investment and lending by total assets as of 2021.
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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