BG Group
BG Group, officially known as BG Group plc, is a prominent player in the global energy sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a leader in natural gas exploration and production, with significant operations across regions including Australia, Brazil, and the North Sea. Specialising in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and conventional gas, BG Group is recognised for its innovative approaches to energy solutions, particularly in the development of sustainable practices. The company has achieved notable milestones, including pioneering projects that enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, BG Group has garnered accolades for its commitment to safety and operational excellence, making it a trusted name in the energy industry. Its unique offerings and strategic focus on gas have solidified its reputation as a forward-thinking energy provider.
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BG Group's score of 21 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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BG Group's reported carbon emissions
As of the latest available data, BG Group's carbon emissions for 2014 were significant, with total emissions reported as follows: Scope 1 emissions at 7,590,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 260,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 104,773,000,000 kg CO2e. This data indicates a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. BG Group has set ambitious reduction targets based on 2012 emissions intensity levels, aiming for an 8% reduction in GHG emissions per barrel of oil equivalent produced for exploration and production activities by 2017. Additionally, they target a 15% reduction in GHG emissions per barrel from their LNG business within the same timeframe. Overall, the company aims for a 10% reduction in GHG emissions intensity per barrel at the group level. Furthermore, BG Group has committed to reducing Group-wide operated sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions by 35% from 2012 levels by the end of 2015 through process improvements, particularly in Tunisia. It is important to note that BG Group's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Shell plc, reflecting a corporate family relationship. This cascading of data ensures that BG Group's climate commitments align with broader corporate sustainability goals set by Shell.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,716,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 88,692,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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BG Group 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.
