Commerzbank
Commerzbank AG, commonly referred to as Commerzbank, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. Established in 1870, the bank has evolved into a prominent player in the European banking sector, with a strong presence in retail and corporate banking across Germany and Poland, as well as significant operations in other key markets. Commerzbank offers a diverse range of services, including personal banking, commercial banking, and investment solutions, distinguished by its commitment to customer-centric innovation. The bank has achieved notable milestones, such as its successful digital transformation and a robust focus on sustainable finance, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in the industry. With a solid market position, Commerzbank continues to enhance its reputation through strategic partnerships and a comprehensive suite of financial products tailored to meet the needs of its clients.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Commerzbank'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Commerzbank's score of 35 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Commerzbank's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Commerzbank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62,230,000 kg CO2e in Germany, with Scope 1 emissions at about 16,717,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7,883,000 kg CO2e. The bank's Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, reaching around 37,630,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial impact from its value chain activities. Commerzbank has set near-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C pathway, aiming to cover 54% of its total investment and lending assets by 2030. This includes a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its operations (Scopes 1 and 2) in line with the necessary reductions to limit global warming. As of 2021, required activities constituted 39% of its total investment and lending assets, while optional activities made up 35%. The bank has not committed to a net-zero target as of now, but its initiatives reflect a proactive approach to managing and reducing its carbon footprint in the financial sector.
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Add to project| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 53,569,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 153,669,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 25,208,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Commerzbank is committed to some 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.
