Nordea Bank
Nordea Bank Abp, commonly referred to as Nordea, is a leading financial services group headquartered in Finland (FI). Established in 2000, Nordea has grown to become a prominent player in the Nordic banking sector, with significant operations across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland. The bank offers a comprehensive range of services, including personal banking, corporate banking, asset management, and insurance, distinguished by its commitment to digital innovation and customer-centric solutions. With a strong market position, Nordea is recognised for its robust financial performance and sustainable banking practices. The bank has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the largest financial institutions in the Nordic region, serving millions of customers with tailored financial products. Nordea's unique approach to integrating technology with traditional banking services sets it apart in the competitive landscape, making it a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike.
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Nordea Bank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nordea Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,025,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,037,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 11,270,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 20,372,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,142,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,116,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 16,114,000 kg CO2e. Nordea has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. To achieve this, the bank has established a mid-term target to reduce carbon emissions across its lending and investment portfolios by 40-50% by 2030, compared to 2019 levels. Additionally, Nordea aims for a 30% reduction in carbon emissions from its internal operations by the end of 2023, relative to 2019. The bank's long-term strategy includes compliance with the EU Taxonomy, which mandates limitations on emissions and a transition to fully renewable power or low-carbon fuels by 2035 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives reflect Nordea's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,791,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,539,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 32,006,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Nordea Bank is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
