Nederlandse Waterschapsbank, often referred to as NWB Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1954, the bank primarily serves the Dutch water authorities, providing essential funding for water management and infrastructure projects across the country. With a strong focus on sustainable development, NWB Bank plays a crucial role in financing initiatives that enhance water quality and flood protection.
Operating mainly within the public sector, NWB Bank offers unique products such as green bonds and long-term loans tailored to the specific needs of water authorities. Its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility has positioned it as a leader in the niche market of public financing. Notably, NWB Bank has achieved a high credit rating, reflecting its robust financial health and reliability in the industry.
+13 vs industry average
Nederlandse Waterschapsbank’s score of 48 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nederlandse Waterschapsbank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nederlandse Waterschapsbank (NWB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,514,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 30,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 88,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,511,277,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily stem from investments and business travel. NWB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a loan portfolio that is energy positive by 2035 and achieving net zero CO2e emissions by 2050. These targets are part of their long-term strategy to align with global climate goals. The bank's portfolio targets currently cover 47% of its total investment and lending by total assets, with required activities making up 52% of this total. NWB is also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a net zero commitment that encompasses all scopes of emissions. Their targets are designed to be consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C, reflecting their dedication to sustainable finance and climate action.
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Nederlandse Waterschapsbank’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2035
We aim to have a loan portfolio that is energy positive by 2…
We aim to have a loan portfolio that is energy positive by 2035, on our way to climate neutral by 2050.
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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Data year: 2024
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