Sinopec
Sinopec Limited, officially known as China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, is a leading player in the global energy sector, headquartered in Beijing, China. Founded in 2000, Sinopec has rapidly evolved into one of the largest oil and gas companies worldwide, with significant operations across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The company primarily focuses on refining, petrochemicals, and natural gas, offering a diverse range of products including fuels, lubricants, and chemical materials. Sinopec is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, positioning itself as a pioneer in green energy initiatives. With a robust market presence, Sinopec consistently ranks among the top companies in the Fortune Global 500, reflecting its substantial contributions to the energy industry and its strategic importance in the global market.
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Sinopec's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sinopec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 139,090,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 28,860,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 167,950,000,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. In 2023, the company’s emissions were approximately 142,280,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 26,360,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 168,640,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Sinopec's emissions have shown fluctuations, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 137,720,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 24,070,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, culminating in a total of around 161,790,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions figures, Sinopec has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced strategies to address climate change and reduce overall carbon emissions in line with global climate goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 128,570,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,950,000,000 | 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 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Sinopec 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.
