Nederlandse Waterschapsbank
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.
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Nederlandse Waterschapsbank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nederlandse Waterschapsbank (NWB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,511,307,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 30,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 88,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, around 1,511,277,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes significant contributions from investments (about 1,511,197,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 34,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, NWB's total emissions were about 1,458,453,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 133,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 96,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 1,458,423,000 kg CO2e, again largely driven by investments. 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 encompass all scopes of emissions and are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms NWB's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with the 1.5°C climate goal. As of 2022, NWB's portfolio targets covered approximately 47% of its total investment and lending by total assets. Overall, NWB is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has established a clear pathway to enhance its sustainability efforts in the financial sector.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 133,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 96,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,458,423,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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