Ubs
UBS Group AG, commonly known as UBS, is a leading global financial services company headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1862, UBS has established itself as a prominent player in the banking industry, with significant operations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. The firm offers a diverse range of services, including wealth management, investment banking, and asset management, catering to both individual and institutional clients. UBS is renowned for its innovative approach to financial solutions, particularly in wealth management, where it leverages advanced technology and personalised strategies to meet client needs. The company has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the largest wealth managers globally, reflecting its strong market position and commitment to excellence. With a focus on sustainability and responsible banking, UBS continues to shape the future of finance while maintaining its reputation for reliability and integrity.
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Ubs's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, UBS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,196,111,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 18,168,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 12,107,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 1,045,659,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 1,526,212,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions over the year. UBS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050. They are also a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. In the near term, UBS has committed to achieving net-zero direct (Scope 1) and energy indirect (Scope 2) emissions by 2025, alongside a 15% reduction in emissions intensity associated with lending to cement companies by 2030, compared to 2020 levels. Additionally, UBS aims to reduce absolute financed emissions associated with loans to oil and gas companies by 71% by 2030, compared to 2020 levels. They are also targeting a 60% reduction in emissions intensity for their power generation portfolio by 2030, relative to 2021 levels. Overall, UBS is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has established a comprehensive framework to address its carbon footprint, aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2012 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 873.5 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 376.9 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 253.8 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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