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Euroclear Sustainability Profile

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Euroclear, officially known as Euroclear SA/NV, is a leading financial services company headquartered in Belgium (BE). Established in 1968, Euroclear has grown to become a pivotal player in the global securities industry, providing settlement and related services for a wide range of financial instruments. With major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia, the firm facilitates the efficient processing of transactions for clients worldwide. Euroclear's core offerings include securities settlement, custody, and collateral management, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and security. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency. As a trusted partner for financial institutions, Euroclear holds a strong market position, recognised for its reliability and expertise in managing complex financial transactions.

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86

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

Euroclear's score of 86 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

92%

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Euroclear's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Euroclear reported total carbon emissions of approximately 89,616,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 788,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 368,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 88,460,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 79,439,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. Euroclear has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, using 2019 as the base year. The company targets a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. By 2050, Euroclear aims to achieve a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as Scope 3 emissions. These commitments are aligned with science-based targets, reaffirming Euroclear's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The emissions data is sourced directly from Euroclear Holding SA/NV, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.

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20192021202220232024
Scope 1
928,000
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000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
2,484,000
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000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
66,153,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Euroclear's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Euroclear's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Euroclear's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Euroclear is in BE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Euroclear's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Euroclear's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 13% last year and increased by approximately 34% since 2019, 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 81% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
81%
Employee Commuting
7%
Capital Goods
4%
Investments
4%
Business Travel
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Euroclear's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Euroclear 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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