China Petrochemical Development Corporation (CPDC), headquartered in Taiwan (TW), is a prominent player in the petrochemical industry, specialising in the production and distribution of a wide range of chemical products. Founded in 1979, CPDC has established itself as a leader in the sector, with significant operations across Asia and beyond. The company focuses on core areas such as petrochemical manufacturing, refining, and the development of innovative chemical solutions. CPDC is renowned for its high-quality products, including various polymers and specialty chemicals, which are distinguished by their reliability and performance. With a strong market position, CPDC has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable practices and a commitment to research and development. This dedication has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the global petrochemical landscape.
How does China Petrochemical Development'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 Petrochemical Development's score of 9 is lower than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, China Petrochemical Development (CPDC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,666,264,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,703,474,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 204,332,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,758,458,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with total emissions in 2020 at about 1,111,966,000 kg CO2e and in 2019 at approximately 1,913,009,000 kg CO2e. CPDC has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from the China Petrochemical Development Corporation without any cascading from a parent or related organization. Overall, CPDC's emissions profile indicates a need for enhanced climate strategies to address its substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its total emissions.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,964,713,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 159,012,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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China Petrochemical Development 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.