Baker Hughes
Baker Hughes, a GE company, is a leading global provider of integrated oilfield products, services, and digital solutions. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates extensively across major regions, including North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Founded in 1907, Baker Hughes has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in drilling technology and digital innovation. The company’s core offerings encompass oilfield services, turbomachinery, and digital solutions, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and efficiency. Baker Hughes is recognised for its pioneering work in the energy sector, particularly in enhancing operational performance and reducing environmental impact. With a strong market position, Baker Hughes continues to drive innovation, making it a key player in the evolving energy landscape.
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Baker Hughes's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Baker Hughes reported total carbon emissions of approximately 386,367,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 178,361,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 375,422,657,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes, with significant contributions from upstream and downstream activities. Baker Hughes has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, pledging to cut Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, as part of its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This commitment is reinforced by their Carbon Out programme, which encourages employee engagement in sustainability efforts. The company aims to achieve net-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050, demonstrating a long-term vision for climate responsibility. In 2023, Baker Hughes reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 383,096,100 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 191,417,100 kg CO2e (market-based). The previous year, 2022, saw Scope 1 emissions at approximately 376,172,500 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 193,933,400 kg CO2e (market-based). This data indicates a relatively stable emissions profile, with ongoing efforts to meet their reduction targets. Baker Hughes's climate commitments are aligned with industry standards, reflecting a proactive stance in addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. The company’s initiatives are not only focused on immediate reductions but also on fostering a culture of sustainability within its workforce.
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| 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 516,000,000 | 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 2 | 445,000,000 | 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 | 215,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Baker Hughes 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.
