Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank, also known as the Agricultural Pension Bank, is a pivotal institution in Germany's agricultural finance sector. Headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, the bank primarily serves the agricultural and rural development industries across the country. Established in 1949, it has played a crucial role in supporting sustainable agricultural practices and rural infrastructure. The bank offers a range of financial products, including low-interest loans and investment financing tailored specifically for farmers and agribusinesses. Its unique focus on promoting environmentally friendly practices sets it apart in the market. As a leading development bank, Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to the financing of renewable energy projects within the agricultural sector. With its commitment to fostering innovation and sustainability, the bank continues to strengthen its position as a key player in Germany's agricultural landscape.
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In 2024, Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,042,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 540,100 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 293,500 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (68,100 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (32,400 kg CO2e). Notably, there were no reported Scope 2 emissions. Comparatively, in 2023, the bank's total emissions were about 22,642,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 487,700 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 276,600 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions of about 1,600,000,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the available data. The bank's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate commitments. In the context of its operations, the bank has reported emissions intensities related to financed activities in agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture, but specific reduction commitments or climate pledges have not been disclosed.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 255,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 569,900 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 48% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 35% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 23% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
