Vontobel Sustainability Profile
Vontobel Holding AG, commonly referred to as Vontobel, is a prominent Swiss financial services firm headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1924, Vontobel has established itself as a leader in the investment management and private banking sectors, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including asset management, wealth management, and structured products, distinguished by their innovative approach and commitment to client-centric solutions. Vontobel's reputation for excellence is underscored by its robust market position and notable achievements, such as its recognition for outstanding investment performance and client service. With a focus on sustainable investing and digital transformation, Vontobel continues to adapt to the evolving financial landscape, ensuring it remains a trusted partner for investors worldwide.
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Industry Benchmark
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Vontobel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vontobel reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,248,000 kg CO2e, comprising 213,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 234,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 5,801,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by business travel (4,383,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (4,383,000 kg CO2e). For 2024, Vontobel aims to achieve a carbon footprint of about 85,000 kg CO2e for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions, reflecting a commitment to reducing its environmental impact. The company has set ambitious long-term targets, including a goal to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in its trading book bond investments by 2050. Additionally, Vontobel aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its own financial investments and operations by 2030, aligning with the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. Vontobel's emissions data is sourced from Vontobel Holding AG, with no cascaded data from other corporate entities. The company is actively engaging with its portfolio companies to ensure they adopt business models consistent with net-zero emissions by 2050.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,846,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,244,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,283,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Vontobel's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Vontobel's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 47% last year and increased by approximately 77% since 2009, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Vontobel's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Vontobel has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
