UBS Investment Bank Sustainability Profile
UBS Investment Bank, a division of UBS Group AG, is a leading global financial services firm headquartered in London, GB. Established in 1862, UBS has evolved into a powerhouse in the investment banking sector, with a strong presence across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. The bank excels in various business areas, including advisory services, capital markets, and asset management, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from corporations to institutional investors. UBS Investment Bank is renowned for its innovative financial solutions and deep market insights, which set it apart in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to sustainability and responsible investing, UBS has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its leadership in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. As a trusted partner in the financial industry, UBS continues to solidify its market position through strategic initiatives and a client-centric approach.
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UBS Investment Bank, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The bank's climate commitments and reduction initiatives are inherited from its parent company, UBS Group AG, at a cascade level of 2. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific emissions figures, UBS Group AG has been actively involved in various climate initiatives, including participation in the CDP and RE100, which aim to enhance transparency and promote renewable energy usage. However, specific targets or achievements related to carbon emissions for UBS Investment Bank itself have not been disclosed. As a current subsidiary of UBS Group AG, UBS Investment Bank aligns with the broader corporate family’s sustainability goals, although detailed emissions data and specific reduction commitments for the bank remain unspecified.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,634,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 285,000 | 000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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UBS Investment Bank's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
UBS Investment Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 23% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.
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UBS Investment Bank's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
UBS Investment Bank has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
