La Banque Postale, headquartered in Paris, France, is a prominent player in the banking and financial services industry. Established in 2006, it has rapidly evolved to become a key provider of retail banking, insurance, and asset management services across the country and beyond. With a strong commitment to accessibility and social responsibility, La Banque Postale offers a unique range of products, including current accounts, savings solutions, and home loans, tailored to meet the diverse needs of its customers. The bank is particularly noted for its focus on sustainable finance and innovative digital banking solutions. As a subsidiary of the La Poste Group, La Banque Postale has achieved significant market presence, serving millions of clients and earning recognition for its customer-centric approach and robust financial performance.
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In 2023, La Banque Postale reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,856,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,809,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 31,981,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 9,674,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the bank's emissions were approximately 40,263,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,763,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,728,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 31,819,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. La Banque Postale has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve Science-Based Targets (SBTs) across its real estate, mortgages, electricity generation project finance, and corporate instruments by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This target encompasses approximately 85% of its total investment and lending activities. Additionally, the bank is committed to moving away from fossil fuels by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives reflect La Banque Postale's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals, aligning with the 1.5°C target set by the Paris Agreement.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 10,454,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 10,454,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 18,126,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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