- Data gaps in climate-related data for some issuers.
- Strong dependence of climate-related targets for sovereign exposures on the ability of countries to meet their climate goals.
- Constraints on the eligible universe due to financial risk limits, SRI Charter-related exclusions, and climate-related targets.
National Bank of Belgium
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
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.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 5.8K tCO2eq |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Changed the benchmark index for its equity portfolio to an EU climate transition benchmark (EU CTB), leading to an immediate reduction in the climate footprint.
- Increased the share of thematic bonds in the portfolio from 6.6% in 2021 to 12.3% in 2023.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce the carbon footprint of its externally managed equity portfolio by 50% by the end of 2030, compared to the 2021 reference level.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero financed emissions for sovereign assets by the end of 2050.
- Net-zero financed emissions for non-sovereign assets by the end of 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeSustainable and Responsible Investment (SRI)