China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, commonly known as Sinopec, is a leading player in the global energy sector, headquartered in Beijing, CN. Founded in 2000, Sinopec has rapidly established itself as one of the largest oil and gas companies in the world, with extensive operations across Asia, Africa, and beyond. Sinopec operates primarily in the petroleum and petrochemical industries, focusing on refining, exploration, and production. The company is renowned for its diverse range of core products, including fuels, lubricants, and chemical materials, which are distinguished by their high quality and innovative production methods. With a strong market position, Sinopec has achieved significant milestones, including being consistently ranked among the Fortune Global 500. Its commitment to sustainable practices and technological advancement further solidifies its reputation as a leader in the energy sector.
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In 2024, China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 142,280,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 26,360,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 168,640,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded similar emissions, with Scope 1 at approximately 137,720,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 24,070,000,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 161,790,000,000 kg CO2e. Sinopec has set ambitious climate commitments through its Green Enterprise Campaign, initiated in 2018, aiming for a cumulative reduction of 12.6 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions by 2023 across both Scope 1 and Scope 2. Furthermore, the corporation is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 for both scopes, reflecting a long-term strategy to mitigate its environmental impact. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are directly reported by Sinopec. The company continues to focus on reducing its greenhouse gas emissions intensity, aligning with industry standards and climate action goals.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 148,380,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 24,180,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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