Handelsbanken, officially known as Svenska Handelsbanken AB, is a prominent Swedish bank headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden (SE). Established in 1871, the bank has grown to become a key player in the financial services industry, with a strong presence across Scandinavia, the UK, and the Netherlands. Specialising in retail and corporate banking, Handelsbanken is renowned for its customer-centric approach, offering a range of services including personal banking, mortgages, and investment solutions. The bank's unique decentralised model empowers local branches to make decisions, fostering strong relationships with clients. With a commitment to stability and sustainability, Handelsbanken has consistently ranked highly in customer satisfaction surveys and maintains a robust market position, reflecting its dedication to long-term financial health and community engagement.
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In 2023, Handelsbanken reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,107,420 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 379,950 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 32,150 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,695,390 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, as the bank aims to halve its emissions by 2030 as part of the Exponential Roadmap Initiative. Additionally, Handelsbanken has set a long-term target of achieving net zero emissions by 2040. The bank's emissions data shows a trend of increasing awareness and action towards sustainability. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were reported at 9,304,000 kg CO2e, indicating a potential for substantial reductions moving forward. The bank is also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a net zero target set for 2050. Handelsbanken's proactive approach to climate commitments positions it as a leader in the financial sector, focusing on both immediate and long-term sustainability goals.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 47,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 12,306,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,787,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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