Natwest
NatWest Group plc, commonly known as NatWest, is a prominent banking institution headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1968, the bank has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the UK financial services sector. With a strong presence across England, Wales, and Scotland, NatWest primarily operates in retail and commercial banking, offering a range of services including personal banking, business accounts, and wealth management. NatWest is renowned for its commitment to customer service and innovation, providing unique digital banking solutions that enhance user experience. The bank has achieved notable milestones, including its role in supporting small businesses and its focus on sustainable finance. As a leading financial institution, NatWest continues to strengthen its market position, driven by a dedication to responsible banking and community engagement.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Natwest's score of 61 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Natwest's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NatWest Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,000,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions at about 11,958,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 39,209,000 kg CO2e. The bank has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 54% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 location-based emissions against a 2019 baseline. This reduction is part of their long-term commitment to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. For the year 2022, NatWest's total emissions were approximately 101,982,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 14,827,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 13,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at around 39,559,000 kg CO2e. The bank's climate strategy includes targets that cover 39% of its total exposure, with a focus on consumer and corporate lending. NatWest is committed to aligning its operations with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its emissions reduction targets are consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The bank's ongoing efforts reflect a robust approach to sustainability and climate responsibility, aiming for comprehensive decarbonisation across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 48,112,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 860,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Natwest is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
