CaixaBank SA
CaixaBank's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, CaixaBank completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
CaixaBank has also provided a category-level breakdown for 5 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
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Insights into CaixaBank's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of CaixaBank amounted to 30,329 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of CaixaBank decreased by 19.78%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab
CaixaBank's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are CaixaBank's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of CaixaBank were 7,282.2 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has CaixaBank reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, CaixaBank's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 17.12%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ad
Compared to the previous year (2023), CaixaBank's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 13.55%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.ab
What are CaixaBank's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, CaixaBank reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 23,046.8 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has CaixaBank reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2020, CaixaBank's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 27.95%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ad
Compared to the previous year (2023), CaixaBank's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 21.57% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.ab
What methodology does CaixaBank use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, CaixaBank reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a
CaixaBank's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into CaixaBank's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, CaixaBank reported 82,164,570 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of CaixaBank includes a breakdown across 5 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
CaixaBank's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are CaixaBank's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, CaixaBank reported total Scope 3 emissions of 82,164,570 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 0.4% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 99.6% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has CaixaBank reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2020, CaixaBank's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 165.9%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ae
Compared to the previous year (2023), CaixaBank's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that CaixaBank's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does CaixaBank disclose?
In 2024, CaixaBank reported emissions for 5 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of CaixaBank's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to CaixaBank's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Investments (Cat. 15): 81,838,050 tCO₂e (99.6%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 236,247.6 tCO₂e (0.29%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 72,699.6 tCO₂e (0.09%)
CaixaBank's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into CaixaBank’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, CaixaBank reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,282.2 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 17,731 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.41 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
CaixaBank's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does CaixaBank's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, CaixaBank reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.41 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.84, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does CaixaBank rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, CaixaBank ranked 7 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
CaixaBank is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into CaixaBank's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, CaixaBank reported a total carbon footprint of 82,194,899 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 7.32% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.ab
The largest contributor to CaixaBank's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.96% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 0.03%.a