ABN AMRO, a Dutch bank, is committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and combating climate change by purchasing certificates to offset external GHG emissions. It also considers the negative impacts on water and air quality, such as water pollution and air pollution caused by its own operations, value chains, and construction of mortgaged homes.

The bank has taken steps to reduce its emissions and has mapped the country-specific data of water pollution per euro sourcing or investment and calculated the emissions separately. ABN AMRO has also monetized carbon emissions related to its own operations, mortgages portfolio, and value chains. The bank has refined its impacts related to climate change and the use of scarce materials to better include the impact of its mortgage portfolio.

ABN AMRO has used methodologies and input data to assess its impact on natural capital. It has considered factors such as environmental prices and marginal abatement costs of greenhouse gas emissions. The bank aims to make all impacts comparable by using the same unit, allowing for a comparison of the euro value of different impacts.

In conclusion, ABN AMRO is actively working toto limit climate change and reduce GHG emissions. The bank is taking steps to achieve these targets by purchasing certificates, mapping data, and monetizing carbon emissions. It is also considering the impacts on water and air quality. ABN AMRO's efforts align with the global push for sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of financial institutions.

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