Orlen, officially known as PKN Orlen S.A., is a leading integrated oil and gas company headquartered in Płock, Poland. Founded in 1999, Orlen has established itself as a key player in the Central and Eastern European energy sector, with significant operations across Poland, the Czech Republic, and Lithuania. The company primarily focuses on refining, retail, and petrochemical production, offering a diverse range of products including fuels, lubricants, and chemicals. Orlen is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in the industry. With a robust market presence, Orlen has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its retail network and advancements in renewable energy initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a reliable energy provider in the region.
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In 2023, Orlen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 169,307,443,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 25,356,356,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,337,792,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which accounted for about 169,307,443,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products (approximately 148,770,627,000 kg CO2e). Orlen has set ambitious reduction targets to address its carbon footprint. The company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 emissions by 13% by 2030 and 25% by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Orlen plans to decrease its emissions intensity by 40% by 2030 and 55% by 2035, also relative to the 2019 baseline. These commitments reflect Orlen's dedication to mitigating climate change impacts and transitioning towards a more sustainable operational model. The company is actively working to implement strategies that align with industry standards for carbon reduction and climate responsibility.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 28,510,844,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,206,950,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 178,227,273,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Orlen 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.