The European Investment Bank (EIB), headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), is a pivotal institution in the financial sector, primarily focused on providing funding and expertise for sustainable development projects across Europe and beyond. Established in 1958, EIB has played a crucial role in financing infrastructure, innovation, and environmental initiatives, contributing significantly to the EU's economic growth. With a strong presence in major operational regions including the EU member states and neighbouring countries, EIB offers a diverse range of financial products and services, such as loans, guarantees, and advisory services. Its commitment to sustainability and social impact sets it apart in the banking industry. Recognised for its robust market position, EIB has achieved notable milestones, including financing billions in projects that align with the EU's climate goals, reinforcing its status as a leader in development finance.
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Eib's score of 39 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, the European Investment Bank (EIB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 280,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the bank's ongoing commitment to addressing climate change. In 2023, the EIB's emissions were broken down into Scope 1 emissions of about 22,251,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,251,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 17,978,000 kg CO2e. The EIB has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, indicating a strong focus on direct and indirect emissions reduction strategies. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that its climate commitments and performance are independently reported. The EIB continues to enhance its sustainability initiatives, aiming to play a pivotal role in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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2007 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 933,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 373,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 16,626,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Eib is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.