Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, is a leading financial institution in Canada and a prominent player in the global banking industry. Founded in 1864, RBC has evolved into one of the largest banks in North America, offering a diverse range of services including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, insurance, and capital markets. With a strong presence across Canada and significant operations in the United States and internationally, RBC is renowned for its innovative financial solutions and customer-centric approach. The bank's core products, such as its comprehensive investment services and tailored banking solutions, set it apart in a competitive market. RBC's commitment to sustainability and community engagement further enhances its reputation, making it a trusted choice for millions of clients worldwide.
How does Rbc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2024, RBC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,368,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 70,931,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes Scope 1 emissions at about 23,090,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 6,718,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions from business travel at around 30,560,000 kg CO2e. RBC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its global emissions from operations by 70% by 2025, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, RBC plans to source 100% of its electricity from renewable and non-emitting sources by 2025. For the longer term, the bank aims to achieve a 35% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 54% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2030, both from a 2019 baseline. RBC is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions in its lending activities by 2050, reflecting its dedication to addressing climate change comprehensively across all scopes of emissions.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 27,218,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Rbc 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.