BG Group
BG Group, officially known as BG Group plc, is a prominent player in the global energy sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a leader in natural gas exploration and production, with significant operations across regions including Australia, Brazil, and the North Sea. Specialising in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and conventional gas, BG Group is recognised for its innovative approaches to energy solutions, particularly in the development of sustainable practices. The company has achieved notable milestones, including pioneering projects that enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, BG Group has garnered accolades for its commitment to safety and operational excellence, making it a trusted name in the energy industry. Its unique offerings and strategic focus on gas have solidified its reputation as a forward-thinking energy provider.
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BG Group's score of 14 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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BG Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2015, BG Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 95,660,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,276,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 102,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain, including purchased goods and services. BG Group has set ambitious reduction targets aimed at decreasing greenhouse gas emissions intensity. Specifically, they aim for an 8% reduction in GHG emissions per barrel of oil equivalent produced for exploration and production activities by 2017, based on 2012 levels. Additionally, they target a 15% reduction in GHG emissions per barrel from their LNG business within the same timeframe. Overall, the company seeks a 10% reduction in GHG emissions intensity per barrel at the group level. These commitments reflect BG Group's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions management.
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| 2004 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,600,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,100,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,740,023,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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BG Group is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
