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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In 2023, Nederlandse Waterschapsbank (NWB) reported minimal carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 29.58 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 0.8 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction compared to previous years, reflecting NWB's commitment to sustainability and climate action. NWB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The bank's portfolio targets cover about 47% of its total investment and lending by total assets as of 2022, with required activities constituting approximately 52% of this total. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to meet the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Historically, NWB's emissions have varied significantly, with Scope 1 emissions reaching as high as 1,606,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The bank's proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint demonstrates its leadership in the financial sector's transition towards a more sustainable future.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 76,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00.00 |
Scope 2 | 53,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | 104,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0.0 |
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