Swiss National Bank
The Swiss National Bank (SNB), headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is the central bank of the country, playing a pivotal role in the Swiss financial system. Established in 1907, the SNB is responsible for formulating and implementing monetary policy, ensuring price stability, and overseeing the Swiss franc's value. With a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, the SNB operates primarily in the banking and finance industry, focusing on monetary policy, foreign exchange reserves, and financial stability. Its unique approach to managing currency and interest rates has positioned it as a key player in global finance. Notable achievements include its significant foreign currency reserves and its proactive measures during economic crises, reinforcing its reputation as a stable and reliable institution in the financial landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Swiss National Bank'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Swiss National Bank's score of 30 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Swiss National Bank's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,280,000 kg CO2e, comprising 210,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 60,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 970,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the bank's comprehensive approach to emissions reporting across all three scopes. The SNB has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. However, the bank's emissions per employee were reported at approximately 1,362 kg CO2e in 2022, reflecting its commitment to monitoring and managing its carbon footprint. Overall, while the SNB has made strides in emissions transparency, further commitments and reduction strategies would enhance its climate action profile.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,790,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,790,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,790,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Swiss National Bank 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.
