Nrwbank
Nrwbank, officially known as the Nordrhein-Westfalen Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 2002, it plays a vital role in the economic development of North Rhine-Westphalia, one of Germany's most industrialised regions. The bank primarily operates in the public banking sector, focusing on financing projects that promote sustainable growth and innovation. With a diverse portfolio of services, including investment loans, grants, and advisory services, Nrwbank uniquely supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and public institutions. Its commitment to fostering regional development has positioned it as a key player in the German banking landscape. Notable achievements include significant contributions to infrastructure projects and environmental initiatives, reinforcing its reputation as a reliable partner for economic advancement in the region.
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Nrwbank's score of 32 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nrwbank's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NRW.BANK reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,541,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 450,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 407,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 684,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the past five years, NRW.BANK has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions decreasing from about 1,766,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to the current level. The bank's emissions profile shows a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for a substantial portion of their total emissions in previous years, including 1,033,568 kg CO2e in 2019 and 611,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite these reductions, NRW.BANK has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar frameworks. Overall, NRW.BANK's ongoing efforts reflect a growing awareness of climate impact, although further transparency regarding specific reduction strategies and commitments would enhance their sustainability profile.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 423,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 459,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 979,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Nrwbank is not committed to any 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.
