Deutsche Bank AG, a leading global investment bank, is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. Established in 1870, the bank has evolved into a key player in the financial services industry, with a strong presence across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Deutsche Bank offers a diverse range of services, including corporate banking, investment banking, asset management, and private wealth management, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and client-centric solutions. Over the years, Deutsche Bank has achieved significant milestones, including its role in major financial transactions and its adaptation to changing market dynamics. With a robust market position, the bank is recognised for its expertise in capital markets and risk management, making it a trusted partner for clients worldwide. Its unique blend of global reach and local knowledge sets Deutsche Bank apart in the competitive financial landscape.
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Deutsche Bank's score of 75 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Deutsche Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 169,780,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 16,356,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 677,171,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and business travel, highlighting the bank's extensive indirect emissions footprint. Deutsche Bank has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in gasoline consumption from its car fleet by 2025, with a goal of achieving carbon neutrality in this area by 2030 in Germany. Additionally, the bank plans to reduce total energy consumption by 20% by 2025 compared to a 2019 baseline. For Scope 1 emissions, Deutsche Bank aims for a 69% reduction in physical emission intensity by 2030, with a long-term goal of 100% reduction by 2050. The bank's commitment extends to its Scope 3 emissions, targeting a 23% reduction in upstream financed emissions by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2050. These initiatives are part of Deutsche Bank's broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility. Overall, Deutsche Bank's emissions data and reduction commitments underscore its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2004 | 2005 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 165,391 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Deutsche Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Deutsche Bank has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
