Danske Bank A Slash S
Danske Bank A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), is a leading player in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically excluding insurance and pension funding services. Founded in 1871, the bank has established a strong presence across Northern Europe, particularly in the Nordic and Baltic regions.
Specialising in a range of financial services, Danske Bank offers unique solutions in personal banking, corporate finance, and investment services. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric approaches has positioned it as a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike.
With a robust market position, Danske Bank has achieved notable milestones, including significant digital transformation initiatives that enhance customer experience. The bank continues to be recognised for its strong financial performance and dedication to sustainable banking practices.
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Danske Bank A Slash S’s score of 88 is higher than 92% 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
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Danske Bank A Slash S's reported carbon emissions
Danske Bank A/S, headquartered in Denmark and operating within Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), has reported its carbon emissions across various scopes.
In 2025, the bank's total emissions were approximately 6,622,000 kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 219,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 1,211,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2025 totalled around 5,192,000 kg CO2e, with business travel accounting for 4,915,000 kg CO2e and purchased goods and services contributing 276,000 kg CO2e.
For 2024, Danske Bank reported total emissions of approximately 9,327,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at about 215,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 market-based emissions were 1,658,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were reported as 7,454,000 kg CO2e, with business travel being the largest component at 7,180,000 kg CO2e.
In 2023, total emissions were approximately 11,185,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 201,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions at 1,753,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions reached about 9,231,000 kg CO2e, including 7,730,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 1,314,000 kg CO2e from employee commute.
Danske Bank has established several climate commitments. It has set a near-term target to reduce the weighted average carbon intensity of its investment products by at least 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, the bank has a target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 intensity by 1% by 2030, also against a 2020 baseline. Danske Bank is committed to Net Zero by 2050.
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Danske Bank A Slash S’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
In November 2021, we introduced our 2030 interim target to reduce the weighted average carbon intensity of our investment products by at lea…
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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