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Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is a leading financial institution headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. As one of the largest banks in the country, RBC provides a comprehensive range of financial intermediation services, excluding insurance and pension funding, to clients across Canada and internationally. Founded in 1864, RBC has a long-standing history of stability and innovation within the financial sector.
Specialising in retail banking, wealth management, and corporate banking, RBC is recognised for its customer-centric approach and advanced digital banking solutions. Its market position is reinforced by a strong presence across North America and key global markets, making it a notable player in the financial services industry. With a focus on delivering tailored financial products, RBC continues to uphold its reputation for reliability and industry leadership.
+37 vs industry average
Rbc’s score of 74 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
RBC, a financial intermediation services firm based in CA, has demonstrated significant progress in reducing its carbon emissions. In 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 93.1 billion kg CO2e in emissions, comprising Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Specifically for 2025, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 25.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were around 3.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 59.5 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2024, saw total emissions of approximately 91.1 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 23.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 6.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 60.4 million kg CO2e.
RBC has established ambitious climate commitments, including a near-term goal to reduce global emissions from its own operations by 70% by 2025, using a 2018 baseline. This target covers Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, the company aims to increase its sourcing of electricity from renewable and non-emitting sources to 100% by 2025. Looking ahead, RBC has set a target to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 35% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline and its Scope 2 emissions by 54% by the same year. The organisation is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions in its lending by 2050.
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2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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