Bp Sustainability Profile
BP plc, commonly known as BP, is a leading global energy company headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1909, BP has evolved from its origins in oil exploration to become a key player in the energy sector, focusing on oil, gas, and renewable energy solutions. The company operates in major regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. BP's core offerings encompass upstream oil and gas exploration, refining, and distribution, alongside a growing portfolio in renewable energy, particularly wind and solar power. This diversification positions BP as a forward-thinking leader in the transition to a low-carbon future. Notable achievements include significant investments in clean energy technologies and a strong market presence, making BP a pivotal force in shaping the global energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Bp's score of 62 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bp's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, BP reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 355.6 billion kg CO2e, comprising 32.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 0.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 322 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, BP's emissions for the same year were about 1.02 billion kg CO2e, with 1 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 0.02 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2. BP has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across its entire operations by 2050 or sooner. This includes a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, BP aims for a 20% reduction in these emissions by the end of 2025. For Scope 3 emissions, the company targets a 10-15% reduction by 2025 and 20-30% by 2030, also against the 2019 baseline. These commitments reflect BP's strategy to transition towards a more sustainable energy model, aligning with global climate goals. The data is sourced directly from BP p.l.c. and does not cascade from any parent organization.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 59,800,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Bp's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Bp's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 11% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Bp's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Bp has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
