Bp
BP plc, commonly known as BP, is a leading global energy company headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1909, BP has evolved from its origins in oil exploration to become a key player in the energy sector, focusing on oil, gas, and renewable energy solutions. The company operates in major regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. BP's core offerings encompass upstream oil and gas exploration, refining, and distribution, alongside a growing portfolio in renewable energy, particularly wind and solar power. This diversification positions BP as a forward-thinking leader in the transition to a low-carbon future. Notable achievements include significant investments in clean energy technologies and a strong market presence, making BP a pivotal force in shaping the global energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bp's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Bp's score of 48 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bp's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, BP's global carbon emissions include approximately 31,100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 314,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing operational emissions significantly. BP aims for a 20% reduction in operational emissions by the end of 2025 and a 45-50% reduction by the end of 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 or sooner, aligning with global climate goals. These initiatives underscore BP's commitment to sustainability and its role in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 50,500,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,100,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Bp is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
