Banpu
Banpu Public Company Limited, commonly known as Banpu, is a leading energy company headquartered in Thailand. Established in 1983, Banpu has evolved into a significant player in the energy sector, with a diverse portfolio spanning coal, natural gas, and renewable energy. The company operates primarily in Thailand, Indonesia, and China, focusing on sustainable energy solutions. Banpu's core offerings include coal mining, power generation, and renewable energy projects, which distinguish it through a commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its renewable energy capacity, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to cleaner energy sources. With a strong market presence and a dedication to responsible energy production, Banpu continues to shape the future of energy in the Asia-Pacific region.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Banpu's score of 36 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Banpu's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Banpu reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,613,863,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 8,368,915,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 244,948,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 48,004,651,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products. Over the years, Banpu has shown a trend in its emissions data, with total emissions peaking at approximately 87,766,640,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a potential area for future focus in its sustainability strategy. Banpu's emissions intensity for its mining business is reported at about 145 kg CO2e per tonne of finished coal, while its power business has an intensity of approximately 438 kg CO2e per MWh. These figures highlight the company's operational impact on greenhouse gas emissions, underscoring the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential improvements in emissions management.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 8,423,049,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 259,797,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Banpu 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.
