Unicredit
UniCredit S.p.A., a prominent player in the financial services sector, is headquartered in Italy and operates extensively across Europe, particularly in Central and Eastern regions. Founded in 1998, UniCredit has established itself within the industry of services auxiliary to financial intermediation, focusing on a diverse range of financial solutions.
The bank offers a unique blend of core products and services, including retail banking, corporate finance, and investment solutions, tailored to meet the needs of both individual and institutional clients. UniCredit's commitment to innovation and customer-centric approaches has positioned it as a leader in the market, recognised for its robust financial performance and strategic partnerships. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and digital transformation, UniCredit continues to evolve, maintaining its status as a key player in the European financial landscape.
+24 vs industry average
Unicredit’s score of 60 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Unicredit's reported carbon emissions
UniCredit, headquartered in Italy and operating in the Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67) sector, has reported significant carbon emissions. In 2025, UniCredit's total global emissions were approximately 129.38 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions totalling about 29.10 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 27.14 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to roughly 129.32 billion kg CO2e. The vast majority of Scope 3 emissions in 2025 stem from investments, totalling approximately 129.06 billion kg CO2e. For the year 2024, UniCredit reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 24.41 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 16.70 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for this year. In 2023, UniCredit's global emissions included Scope 1 at approximately 26.07 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 21.42 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were reported at approximately 29.68 million kg CO2e, with upstream leased assets contributing significantly at 25.93 million kg CO2e. UniCredit has established several climate commitments. The organisation is targeting Net Zero on its own operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2, market-based) by 2030. This aligns with their broader commitment as a member of the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), which includes a target for Net Zero on financed emissions by 2050. UniCredit also has a convergence target for Power Generation Scope 1 Emission Intensity to reach 111 gCO2e/kWh by 2030, aiming to be in line with the IEA Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario. Historically, the bank reported a 60% reduction in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions between 2008 and 2020.
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Unicredit’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
15% reduction in scope 3 total
15,2mln t CO₂e 2030 scope 3 financed emissions target
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.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
7 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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