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Dz Bank

DZ Bank AG, headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, stands as a pivotal player in the European banking sector. Founded in 2001, it serves as the central institution for over 1,000 cooperative banks, primarily operating across Germany and extending its reach into international markets. Specialising in corporate banking, investment services, and asset management, DZ Bank distinguishes itself through its commitment to cooperative principles and customer-centric solutions. The bank's robust portfolio includes tailored financial products that cater to both individual and institutional clients, enhancing its reputation for reliability and innovation. With a strong market position, DZ Bank has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainable finance initiatives. As a key player in the cooperative banking landscape, it continues to drive growth and stability within the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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35

Industry Average

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Industry Benchmark

Dz Bank'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.

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Dz Bank's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, DZ Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83,343,160 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 20,813,670 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,658,970 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 54,870,510 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included substantial contributions from business travel and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2021, the bank's total emissions were about 58,285,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2021 showed 19,944,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,030,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 29,311,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives documented, DZ Bank's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its emissions reporting. The bank's emissions intensity metrics for various sectors, such as steel and cement, suggest a focus on understanding and potentially mitigating its carbon footprint in these industries. As of 2023, no new emissions data has been reported, but the bank continues to monitor its environmental impact. Overall, DZ Bank's emissions data reflects the challenges faced by financial institutions in managing their carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of total emissions.

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8,461,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dz Bank's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Dz Bank is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Dz Bank 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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