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Crédit Agricole, also known as the Crédit Agricole Group, is a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, headquartered in Italy. Established in 1894, the bank has evolved significantly, becoming a key provider of a wide range of financial services, including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment solutions.
With a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Italy and France, Crédit Agricole is renowned for its customer-centric approach and innovative financial products. Its unique offerings, such as tailored loan solutions and sustainable investment options, set it apart in a competitive market.
Recognised for its stability and commitment to social responsibility, Crédit Agricole has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted financial partner for individuals and businesses alike.
45
DitchCarbon score
+8 vs industry average
Crédit Agricole’s score of 45 is higher than 61% 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
Very Low
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.096
20182025
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Crédit Agricole's reported carbon emissions
Crédit Agricole, a financial intermediation services company based in IT, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16.08 billion kg CO2e in 2024.
Breaking down their 2024 emissions:
- Scope 1 emissions were around 8.80 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 7.03 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 3 emissions were substantial at about 16.06 billion kg CO2e. A significant portion of these, approximately 16.06 billion kg CO2e, came from investments. Other notable Scope 3 categories included business travel at 210,350 kg CO2e, employee commute at 2.22 million kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services at 375,560 kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, Crédit Agricole's Scope 1 and 2 emissions (location-based) were approximately 23.37 million kg CO2e in 2023, 26.32 million kg CO2e in 2022, 26.77 million kg CO2e in 2021, and 24.98 million kg CO2e in 2019. In 2018, their total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were around 26.65 million kg CO2e, and in 2017, they were about 20.60 million kg CO2e. For 2016, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 20.61 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions including 38,100 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 4.14 million kg CO2e from process emissions.
Crédit Agricole has outlined several climate commitments:
- The Crédit Agricole Group aims for carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050, as part of their Transition Plan, which began in 2023.
- For Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, the Group targets a 50% absolute reduction by 2030, using a 2019 baseline.
- Within the oil and gas sector, they aim for a 75% decrease in absolute emissions by 2030, a target that was raised from 30% following commitments made at COP 28.
- They are also committed to reducing the intensity of financed emissions in their commercial buildings portfolio by 40% (in kgCO2e/m2 for Scope 1 and 2) by 2025, aligning with the CRREM 1.5 °C scenario.
- Long-term goals include reducing total annual GHG emissions in a specific sector by at least 50% by 2050.
- The organisation also has a near-term net-zero target for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming for "Zero e-mission" between 2023 and 2030, which involves reducing direct emissions.
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Crédit Agricole’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Climate initiatives
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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