Hong Kong And China Gas
Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, commonly known as Towngas, is a leading energy provider headquartered in Hong Kong. Established in 1862, the company has evolved into a key player in the gas and energy sector, primarily serving Hong Kong and mainland China. Towngas is renowned for its innovative gas supply solutions, including town gas, natural gas, and a range of energy-related services. With a commitment to sustainability, Towngas has made significant strides in developing renewable energy sources and enhancing energy efficiency. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its reliability and customer-centric approach. Notable achievements include its extensive pipeline network and pioneering initiatives in smart energy technology, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hong Kong And China Gas'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.
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Hong Kong And China Gas's score of 55 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Hong Kong And China Gas's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hong Kong and China Gas reported total emissions of approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions accounting for about 518,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions related to fuel and energy activities, amounting to approximately 170,000 kg CO2e. The organisation has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% decrease in carbon intensity for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2020, using 2005 as a baseline. Additionally, they are committed to long-term strategies to further mitigate carbon emissions, with a focus on achieving net-zero emissions by 2030. Data for emissions and reduction initiatives is sourced directly from The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, with no cascaded data from parent organisations. The company continues to enhance its climate commitments, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and carbon management.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 797,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 258,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Hong Kong And China Gas 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.
