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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Baker Hughes'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
Baker Hughes's score of 36 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Baker Hughes's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Baker Hughes reported total carbon emissions of approximately 433,728,176,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 383,096,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 191,417,100 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 433,728,176,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a continued reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from the use of sold products. Over the years, Baker Hughes has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions. For instance, in 2022, the company emitted about 252,414,204,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 570,105,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. Baker Hughes's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions to meet global climate goals. The company operates within a sector that is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, making transparency and commitment to reduction strategies essential for its sustainability efforts.
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| 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Baker Hughes 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.
