- Climate change impacts on the Jura region (heat waves, droughts); managing indirect emissions (Scope 3) from financing activities; limited data availability for comprehensive ESG reporting; managing risks associated with climate change (transition and physical risks).
Banque Cantonale du Jura (BCJ)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Banque Cantonale du Jura (BCJ) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 308 tCO2e (2022). By scope: Scope 1: 50 tCO2e (2022); Scope 2: 23 tCO2e (2022); Scope 3: 235 tCO2e (2022). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
308 tCO2e (2022)
2023
Renewable Energy
78% (2022)
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 50 tCO2e (2022) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 23 tCO2e (2022) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 235 tCO2e (2022) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 308 tCO2e (2022) |
| 2022 | 308 tCO2e/year (2021) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced direct emissions (Scope 1) by -23% compared to 2021; reduced heating emissions by -13% compared to 2021; reduced paper and printing emissions by -41% compared to 2021; 78% renewable energy share in 2022; planted 3,000 trees in partnership with DB Forêt et Jardin; planted 1,000 trees in partnership with the city of Delémont.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Implement a responsible purchasing policy; organize a citizen action with social or environmental impact; dialogue and awareness-raising on sustainable development.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce carbon emissions by 40% by 2030 (compared to 2019); integrate indirect emissions from mortgages and management mandates using PCAF methodology; support a project to avoid carbon emissions in the Jura region; support a high-impact environmental and social project in a southern country; improve the energy performance of our buildings.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
GovernanceResponsible EmployerClientsEnvironmentRegional and Societal Engagement