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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 64 is higher than 55% 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 Commercial Banking institution headquartered in the US, reported its Scope 1 emissions as approximately 78,482,000 kg CO2e and its Scope 2 (market-based) emissions as around 1,426,000 kg CO2e for 2025. This follows reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 79,285,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of about 2,372,000 kg CO2e in 2024. For 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 82,410,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were around 3,633,000 kg CO2e.
In 2022, Wells Fargo's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 77,476,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were about 4,424,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions included approximately 1,300,698,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 293,289,000 kg CO2e from capital goods, 289,051,000 kg CO2e from employee commute, 123,938,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities, 27,403,000 kg CO2e from business travel, and 12,730,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations.
Wells Fargo has set a long-term goal for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 across its Scope 1, 2, and 3 financed emissions, with a start year of 2023. 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, Wells Fargo aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2019 levels by 2030. Historically, the company targeted a 45% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions from a 2008 baseline by 2020. An earlier target aimed for a 35% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions below 2008 levels by 2020. The company also has a near-term target to reduce its power sector portfolio emissions intensity to 102 kgCO2e/MWh, representing a 63% reduction from 2019 levels by 2030.
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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Data year: 2025
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