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PT Bukit Asam Tbk, commonly known as Bukit Asam, is a prominent player in the coal tar industry, headquartered in Indonesia. Established in 1950, the company has grown significantly, with major operations concentrated in Sumatra and Kalimantan. Bukit Asam is primarily engaged in the production and distribution of coal and its derivatives, including coal tar, which is essential for various industrial applications.
The company has achieved notable milestones, including its listing on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, enhancing its market position. Bukit Asam's core products are distinguished by their high quality and sustainability practices, setting them apart in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility, Bukit Asam continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in the coal tar sector, contributing to Indonesia's energy needs while prioritising sustainable development.
32
DitchCarbon score
+13 vs industry average
Bukit Asam’s score of 32 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Coal Tar Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.729
20182025
The Coal Tar Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Bukit Asam's reported carbon emissions
Bukit Asam, an Indonesian Coal Tar industry company, reported its latest emissions data for 2025 with a total of about 1.18 billion kg CO2e. This includes approximately 1.05 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompasses direct emissions, and roughly 130.65 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (indirect emissions from purchased energy). Scope 3 emissions, specifically from business travel, were about 415,000 kg CO2e for the same period.
Looking back, Bukit Asam's total emissions for 2024 were approximately 1.09 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 959.74 million kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions, about 131.63 million kg CO2e of Scope 2 emissions, and roughly 1.32 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 business travel. In 2023, total emissions stood at approximately 1.03 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 904.69 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at roughly 123.54 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 business travel at about 692,000 kg CO2e. The company's total emissions in 2022 were approximately 828.91 million kg CO2e, consisting of about 710.83 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, approximately 118.08 million kg CO2e in Scope 2, and around 149,930 kg CO2e in Scope 3. For 2021, total emissions were approximately 558.04 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at roughly 468.22 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 89.82 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 24,620 kg CO2e. In 2020, Bukit Asam's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 386.53 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 84.20 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 business travel emissions were roughly 12,630 kg CO2e.
Bukit Asam has set near-term net-zero targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming for reductions between 2023 and 2025. These reduction initiatives contribute to environmental sustainability, aligning with their vision to be a world-class energy company with environmental considerations. Emission intensity for the Tanjung Enim Mining Unit was 24.2 tonnes CO2e per tonne in 2022, 21.9 tonnes CO2e per tonne in 2021, and 18.3 tonnes CO2e per tonne in 2020. Emissions data for Bukit Asam are cascaded from its parent company, PT Bukit Asam Tbk.
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Bukit Asam’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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