Curious to see the emissions of the organizations you buy from or invest in?
Book a demo for a pilot project
Book a demo for a pilot project
Banco Espírito Santo, often referred to as BES, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Portugal (PT). Established in 1869, it has a rich history in the financial intermediation services sector, specifically focusing on services excluding insurance and pension funding. With a strong presence in major operational regions across Europe, BES has built a reputation for its comprehensive range of banking solutions.
The bank offers unique core products, including retail banking, corporate finance, and investment services, tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clientele. Notable for its innovative approach, Banco Espírito Santo has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a key player in the financial landscape. Its commitment to customer service and financial expertise continues to drive its success in the competitive market.
-8 vs industry average
Banco Espirito Santo’s score of 29 is lower than 42% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Banco Espírito Santo, a Portuguese financial intermediation services provider, reported its most recent carbon emissions data for 2013. Its Scope 1 emissions were approximately 7,838,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, totalled about 13,803,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions amounted to approximately 9,885,000 kg CO2e, including 2,089,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 7,796,000 kg CO2e from employee commute.
In 2012, the bank's Scope 1 emissions were 7,186 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were 18,202 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 9,768 kg CO2e. In 2011, reported Scope 1 emissions were 7,378 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were 13,319 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 9,485 kg CO2e. For 2010, Scope 1 emissions were 5,307 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were 14,095 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 9,455 kg CO2e. In 2009, Scope 1 emissions stood at 5,055 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 20,433 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 12,562 kg CO2e. The earliest data provided, for 2008, shows Scope 1 emissions of 4,958 kg CO2e, Scope 2 of 22,454 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 of 10,780 kg CO2e.
Banco Espírito Santo has not disclosed any specific reduction targets, SBTi reduction targets, or participation in the Climate Pledge initiative. All reported emissions data are directly from Banco Espírito Santo and are not cascaded from a parent or related organisation.
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.
Showing SBTi-validated targets only. Sign up or sign in to see all disclosed climate targets.
See all scope 3 categories
Already have an account? Sign in now


PCAF scored Scope 1, 2 and 3 for 2M+ organizations, including private ones.
Common questions about Banco Espirito Santo’s sustainability data and climate commitments
You’re welcome to quote or reference data from this page, but please include a visible link back to this URL. Bulk collection, resale, or redistribution of data from multiple profiles is not permitted.
See our License Agreement for more details.
Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers
Learn more