Julius Baer Group, a prominent player in the wealth management industry, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and has a significant presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1890, the firm has established itself as a leader in private banking, offering tailored financial solutions to high-net-worth individuals and families.
The company’s core services include investment management, estate planning, and wealth structuring, distinguished by a client-centric approach and a commitment to personalised service. Julius Baer is renowned for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top private banks globally, and has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its service offerings. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Julius Baer continues to set benchmarks in the wealth management sector.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Julius Baer's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Julius Baer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 109,200,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,201,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 107,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 2 emissions data is not disclosed. In 2024, the total emissions were approximately 158,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,044,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 156,000,000 kg CO2e. The 2023 figures show total emissions of approximately 9,248,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,736,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 805,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 9,248,000 kg CO2e. Julius Baer has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030. The bank targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. Additionally, it has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its treasury, lending, and mortgage books by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the bank's commitment to sustainable finance practices. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from Julius Bär Gruppe AG, with no cascaded data from other corporate entities. The bank's headquarters is located in Switzerland (CH).
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Julius Baer’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
Achieve net-zero on operational (scope 1 & 2) emissions by 2…
Achieve net-zero on operational (scope 1 & 2) emissions by 2030.
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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