UBS Group AG, commonly known as UBS, is a leading global financial services firm headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 1862, UBS has evolved into a prominent player in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically excluding insurance and pension funding services. With a strong presence in major operational regions including Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, UBS offers a diverse range of services, including wealth management, investment banking, and asset management.
The firm is renowned for its client-centric approach, providing tailored financial solutions that leverage its extensive market expertise. UBS has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its innovative strategies and commitment to sustainability. Notable achievements include its significant role in global financial markets and its reputation as a trusted advisor for high-net-worth individuals and institutions alike.
+65 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ubs's reported carbon emissions
UBS, a financial intermediation services company headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported total emissions of approximately 1.06 billion kg CO2e for 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
In 2025, Scope 3 emissions constituted the largest portion, at approximately 1.04 billion kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, purchased goods and services accounted for the most significant share, with approximately 835.5 million kg CO2e. Business travel contributed approximately 60.8 million kg CO2e, and employee commutes generated about 102.0 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 14.7 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 market-based emissions were approximately 9.5 million kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, UBS reported approximately 1.09 billion kg CO2e in 2024 and approximately 1.40 billion kg CO2e in 2023.
UBS has established several climate commitments. The company is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) and has a commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. More immediate targets include aiming for net-zero direct (Scope 1) and energy indirect (Scope 2) emissions by 2025. Furthermore, UBS is committed to reducing the emissions intensity of its lending to specific sectors. For instance, it aims to reduce the emissions intensity associated with lending to cement companies by 15% by 2030, compared to 2020 levels, accounting for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company also has a target to reduce the emissions intensity of its power generation portfolio by 60% by 2030, compared to 2021 levels. UBS also aims to reduce absolute financed emissions associated with loans to oil and gas companies by 71% by 2030, compared to 2020 levels. By 2030, UBS aims to align 20% of its Asset Management total assets under management with net zero.
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Ubs’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
12 goals2030
70% reduction in Scope 2
Reduce absolute financed emissions associated with UBS in-scope lending from 2021 levels to: fossil fuels by 70%.
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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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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