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Helping to shape the future of our planet together
As global temperatures rise, the effects of climate change are felt by everybody. Shifts in our climate threaten to disrupt communities, natural spaces, the economy, and industries across Canada.
While climate change is a challenge we all face, there are solutions we can work towards. We recognize the need for action to collectively reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, which will contribute towards positive environmental change.
Learn more about RBC’s climate commitmentsSavings & Investments
Investing in the future
Make progress towards your financial goals and feel confident in how your investments impact people and the planet.
What is ESG investing?
What is ESG investing?
ESG investing involves investments that meet environmental, social, and governance standards, which is one way you can help ensure your values are aligned with your financial goals.
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Environmental — Includes a company’s actions around climate change, carbon emissions, air and water pollution, biodiversity and natural resource management.
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Social — Considers a company’s relationships with its employees, customers and communities.
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Governance — Considers how a company is governed: the company’s board structure and independence, executive compensation, shareholder rights, any lobbying activities and political contributions, and overall tax strategy and accounting standards.
What Investors Need to Know About Net Zero
Find out what net zero really means and how it can impact your personal investments.
Understanding ESG Investing: 9 Terms to Know
The numbers are in: 79 per cent of Canadians are considering investing in companies that are committed to ESG values.
Invest with greater purpose
Invest with greater purpose
Discover investing options with RBC.
Learn more about ESG investingTravel & Commuting
Reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of each mile
From the daily commute to a well-earned vacation, travel is a necessary part of our everyday lives. Find helpful advice to reduce the environmental impact of the trips you make, and guides to electric vehicle ownership.
Transport makes up around 1/3 of the average Canadian's carbon footprint
It accounts for 24% of total national emissions.
Transport makes up around 1/3 of the average Canadian's carbon footprint
It accounts for 24% of total national emissions.
Everything you need to know about owning an electric vehicle
Everything you need to know about owning an electric vehicle
We’re here to help answer any questions you might have about buying and owning an EV.
Learn more about EVsThe 2024 Guide to Buying an Electric Bike
Now’s a great time to buy an electric bike. The quality of available models is only going up, and they’re a great choice for the environment.
Electric car cost calculator
Calculate the cost to buy and own an EV, and find out how much money you could save.
Calculate nowHome
Energy-efficient home improvements
Making your home more energy-efficient doesn’t only benefit the environment — it can help save on energy bills, too. There are many ways to improve your household energy use, whether you rent or own your home.
Energy use in the average Canadian home
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Around 65% of energy is used to heat and cool our homes
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Tip:
Keep your home temperate by
setting your thermostat to
around 20°C during the day, and 16°C at night
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Appliances, like fridges and dishwashers, use approx. 14% of household energy
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Tip:
When it’s time, consider
installing ENERGY STAR-certified
appliances to use energy more efficiently
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Heating water uses 17% of our home energy
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Tip:
Your water heater can be
reduced to 49°C and still produce
enough hot water for your household needs
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Just over 3% of our home’s energy is spent on lighting
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Tip:
An LED or ENERGY STAR light
bulb uses 90% less energy than
a standard bulb, lasts 15x longer, and saves ~$55 in electricity
costs
in its lifetime
What is a Green Home and How Does it Reduce Emissions?
The energy we use at home doesn’t just impact on our utility bills: It may also negatively impact the environment.
A Renter’s Guide to Making Your Home More Energy-Efficient
As a renter there are still many affordable, achievable changes you can make to use less energy.
Your guide to saving energy at home
Learn how to make your home more energy-efficient and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Learn About Home Energy-EfficiencyA change you can make today
Switch to electronic statements and documents
Save paper and get your statements through RBC Online Banking and the RBC Mobile app.
Switch nowOur climate commitments
RBC’s climate strategy in action
The RBC Climate Blueprint opens in a new window explains how we are working to support the transition to a net-zero economy.
Read more about RBC’s climate strategyTriple lending to renewable energy
RBC has a goal to triple lending to renewable energy across RBC Capital Markets and Commercial Banking, and to grow overall low-carbon energy lending to $35 billion by 2030.1
Read the RBC Climate Report 2023Reduce the impact of our own operations
In 2023, we sourced 100 percent of our total global electricity consumption from renewable energy sources.2
Ideas for People and PlanetTM
We’re turning ideas into action by leveraging our business, operations, employees, community investment partners as well as our research and insights, to support the transition to a net-zero economy, equip people with the skills for a thriving future, and drive more equitable opportunities for prosperity.
Visit the SiteNavigating Canada’s journey to net-zero
The RBC Climate Action Institute brings together economists, policy analysts, and business strategists to help research and advance ideas that can contribute to Canada’s climate progress.
Visit the Climate Action InstituteThe RBC Climate Library
Environmental ideas for the planet and your wallet
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