BNP Paribas, a leading global player in the commercial banking sector, is headquartered in Paris, France. Founded in 2000 through the merger of Banque Nationale de Paris and Paribas, the bank has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, offering a diverse range of financial services.
Specialising in retail banking, corporate and institutional banking, and investment solutions, BNP Paribas is renowned for its innovative approach to financing and asset management. The bank's core products include loans, leasing, and investment services, distinguished by their customer-centric focus and sustainability initiatives.
With a robust market position, BNP Paribas consistently ranks among the top banks worldwide, recognised for its commitment to responsible banking and digital transformation. Its achievements reflect a dedication to excellence and a forward-thinking strategy in the ever-evolving financial landscape.
+9 vs industry average
Bnp Paribas’s score of 65 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Commercial Banking is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Commercial Banking industry has increased its overall emissions by 16% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Bnp Paribas's reported carbon emissions
Bnp Paribas's carbon emissions and climate commitments for 2025 show a total of approximately 94.6 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 93.4 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 25.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions at approximately 66.8 million kg CO2e. For 2022, total emissions were around 92.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 45.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions at about 120.7 million kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 284 million kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of about 50 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 201 million kg CO2e. Prior to 2021, Scope 3 emissions data was not fully disclosed or calculated.
Bnp Paribas has established several climate commitments. The group aims to reduce GHG emissions in teqCO2/FTE by 20% by 2025 compared to 2019 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. Additionally, there's a commitment to reduce credit exposure to oil and gas exploration and production activities by 12% between 2020 and 2025. BNP Paribas Cardif committed to reducing the carbon footprint of its investment portfolios by 23% between 2020 and 2024. For operational emissions, the goal is to maintain them below 1.85 tCO2eq/FTE by 2025. Furthermore, Bnp Paribas has targets to reduce the carbon footprint of its in-scope corporate investments (Scope 1 & 2) by 30% by 2025 and 50% by 2030. Arval, a subsidiary, has set targets to reduce its leased fleet's CO2 emissions by 35% compared to 2020 by 2025, with a goal of 700,000 electrified vehicles. The long-term vision includes achieving net zero portfolio emissions by 2050 or sooner, as outlined in Bnp Paribas Asset Management's Net Zero Roadmap. The company is also developing a 2050 net zero plan.
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Bnp Paribas’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
15 goals2025
30% reduction in Scope 1
Reduce the carbon footprint of our in-scope corporate investments (scope 1 & 2) by -30% by 2025 and -50% by 2030.
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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