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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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36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

16

Industry Benchmark

Banpu's score of 36 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Banpu's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Banpu reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,613,863,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,368,915,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 244,948,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 48,004,651,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Over the years, Banpu has shown fluctuations in emissions, with a notable total of approximately 7,239,161,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 8,776,664,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Banpu's GHG emissions intensity for their mining business was reported at about 135.0 kg CO2e per tonne of coal in 2023, while their power business emitted approximately 438.0 kg CO2e per MWh. These figures highlight the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage emissions across its operations. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets, Banpu's emissions data suggests a need for strategic initiatives to align with global climate goals and enhance sustainability practices.

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Scope 1
8,423,049,000
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Scope 2
259,797,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Banpu's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Banpu is in TH, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Banpu 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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