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Wells Fargo & Company, commonly known as Wells Fargo, is a leading player in the commercial banking industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1852, the bank has established a significant presence across major operational regions, including the West Coast and the Midwest, serving millions of customers nationwide.
Wells Fargo offers a diverse range of financial services, including personal and business banking, investment management, and mortgage solutions. Its commitment to innovation and customer service sets it apart in a competitive market. Notably, Wells Fargo has achieved recognition for its extensive branch network and robust digital banking capabilities, making it a trusted choice for both individuals and businesses. With a rich history and a focus on community engagement, Wells Fargo continues to be a prominent force in the commercial banking sector.
+3 vs industry average
Wells Fargo’s score of 62 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Commercial Banking is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Commercial Banking industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wells Fargo, a US-based commercial banking company, reported Scope 1 and Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 79,908,000 kg CO2e for 2025. In 2024, these emissions were around 81,657,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, the combined Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions were about 86,044,000 kg CO2e.
Looking further back, in 2022, Wells Fargo's total disclosed emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) were approximately 2,053,251,000 kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of 77,476,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 4,424,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 1,778,766,000 kg CO2e. Key categories for Scope 3 in 2022 included purchased goods and services (1,300,698,000 kg CO2e), capital goods (293,289,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (289,051,000 kg CO2e).
Wells Fargo has set a long-term net-zero goal for all Scope 1, 2, and 3 financed emissions by 2050. The company also has near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 70% from 2019 levels by 2030. Additionally, they aim for a 63% reduction in power sector portfolio emissions intensity (102 kgCO2e/MWh) by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Earlier targets included a 45% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions from a 2008 baseline by 2020. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) indicates Wells Fargo has committed to net-zero, with a target year of 2050.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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