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.
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Bnp Paribas’s score of 64 is higher than 55% 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, headquartered in France and operating within the Commercial Banking industry, reported approximately 9.46 x 10^10 kg CO2e of total carbon emissions in 2025. This figure comprises approximately 2.15 x 10^7 kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and a substantial 9.45 x 10^10 kg CO2e of Scope 3 emissions. Scope 2 emissions, based on location, were approximately 9.46 x 10^10 kg CO2e. In 2023, the bank's total emissions were approximately 2.54 x 10^7 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 6.68 x 10^7 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for business travel were around 1.23 x 10^8 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services contributed approximately 6.57 x 10^6 kg CO2e. Looking at earlier data, in 2021, total emissions were approximately 2.84 x 10^8 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 accounting for roughly 5 x 10^7 kg CO2e and Scope 2 for approximately 2.01 x 10^8 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for business travel in 2021 were approximately 3.28 x 10^7 kg CO2e. BNP Paribas has set several climate commitments. The Group aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2025, compared to a 2019 baseline, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity (teqCO2/FTE). Additionally, BNP Paribas has committed to reducing its credit exposure to oil and gas exploration and production activities by 12% between 2020 and 2025. Their investment portfolios are targeted for a 23% carbon footprint reduction between 2020 and 2024. Furthermore, BNP Paribas aims to reduce
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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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