Nykredit
Nykredit, officially known as Nykredit Realkredit A/S, is a leading financial institution headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark (DK). Established in 1851, Nykredit has evolved into a prominent player in the Danish mortgage and banking sector, serving both private and corporate clients across the Nordic region. The company primarily focuses on mortgage lending, banking services, and asset management, offering unique products such as flexible mortgage solutions tailored to individual needs. Nykredit's commitment to innovation and customer-centric services has solidified its position as a trusted financial partner. With a strong market presence, Nykredit has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to the Danish economy and a reputation for reliability and transparency in financial dealings.
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Nykredit's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Nykredit reported total carbon emissions of approximately 490,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from about 727,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 1,409,000 kg CO2e in 2020. These figures represent Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating the direct and indirect emissions from their operations. Nykredit's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Nykredit Bank A/S, reflecting its commitment to transparency and accountability in climate reporting. Nykredit has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has established near-term targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a specific focus on reducing emissions from its investment and lending portfolio, which covers about 77% of its total balance sheet assets and assets under management as of 2022. This includes a commitment to activities that are essential for achieving these targets, which are classified as required, optional, and out of scope. The financial institution is actively working towards these goals, with a near-term target set for 2030 that aligns with the 1.5°C climate scenario. Nykredit's ongoing efforts demonstrate its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the financial sector.
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