China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) is a leading state-owned oil and gas enterprise headquartered in Beijing, China. Established in 1998, CNPC has grown to become one of the largest integrated energy companies globally, with significant operations across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The company primarily focuses on the exploration, production, and distribution of oil and natural gas, alongside refining and petrochemical manufacturing. CNPC is renowned for its advanced technology and commitment to sustainable practices, setting it apart in the competitive energy sector. With a robust market position, CNPC consistently ranks among the top oil producers worldwide, achieving notable milestones in both domestic and international markets. Its extensive portfolio of core products and services underscores its pivotal role in meeting global energy demands while driving innovation in the industry.
How does China National Petroleum Corp's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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China National Petroleum Corp's score of 4 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) reported total emissions of approximately 1,870,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 1,880,000,000 kg CO2e, also within Scope 1 and 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. CNPC's emissions have shown a general trend of stability over recent years, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 1,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a lack of formalised commitments to reduce emissions at this time. The absence of significant reduction targets or achievements suggests that CNPC may be focusing on maintaining current operational levels rather than actively pursuing aggressive climate commitments. The emissions data is sourced directly from China National Petroleum Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organisations.
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China National Petroleum Corp 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.
