Triodos Bank N.V., commonly referred to as Triodos Bank, is a prominent Dutch financial institution headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1980, the bank specialises in financial intermediation services, excluding insurance and pension funding, with a focus on sustainable and ethical banking practices. Its core offerings include retail banking, corporate banking, and investment services, all designed to support socially and environmentally responsible projects.
With a strong presence across Europe, Triodos Bank is recognised for its commitment to transparency and impact-driven finance. The bank has achieved notable milestones in promoting sustainable development and has built a reputation as a leader in ethical banking. Its market position is distinguished by a dedication to aligning financial services with positive societal and ecological outcomes.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Triodos Bank N.V.'s reported carbon emissions
Triodos Bank N.V., headquartered in the Netherlands and operating in financial intermediation services, has reported its carbon emissions across various scopes. For the 2025 reporting year, the bank's total emissions were approximately 2.26 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions totalling about 116,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 129,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 2.25 billion kg CO2e. The majority of Scope 3 emissions stem from investments, which were approximately 2.25 billion kg CO2e. Other significant Scope 3 categories for 2025 include purchased goods and services at about 12.1 million kg CO2e, and business travel at approximately 432,000 kg CO2e.
In the 2024 reporting year, Triodos Bank's total emissions were approximately 2.58 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 179,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 121,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were substantial at about 2.56 billion kg CO2e, predominantly from investments (approximately 2.56 billion kg CO2e). Purchased goods and services contributed about 15.23 million kg CO2e to Scope 3.
For the 2023 reporting year, total emissions were approximately 2.49 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions making up the largest portion at around 249 million kg CO2e. This includes investments at approximately 249 million kg CO2e and purchased goods and services at about 17.38 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were 263,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 102,000 kg CO2e (market-based).
Triodos Bank has set a target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 63% by 2035, using 2020 as the base year. This commitment aligns with a 1.5°C trajectory, as recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The bank is a member of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative and has committed to net-zero targets. Their portfolio targets aim to cover 43% of its total investment and lending by total assets under management as of 2020.
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Triodos Bank N.V.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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