China Shenhua Energy Company Limited, commonly known as China Shenhua, is a leading player in the energy sector, headquartered in Beijing, CN. Established in 1995, the company has grown to become one of the largest integrated coal and energy enterprises in the world, with significant operations across various regions in China. Specialising in coal production, power generation, and railway transportation, China Shenhua stands out for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in energy efficiency. The company’s core products include thermal coal, electricity, and logistics services, which are essential for meeting the growing energy demands in China and beyond. With a strong market position, China Shenhua has achieved notable milestones, including being listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and consistently ranking among the top energy companies globally. Its focus on clean energy initiatives further solidifies its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
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China Shenhua's score of 29 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, China Shenhua Energy Company Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 191,340,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 187,340,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a significant commitment to transparency, as the company has disclosed emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2, but has not reported any Scope 3 emissions. Looking at historical data, emissions in 2022 were about 176,400,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to peak carbon emissions by 2029 and achieve full carbon neutrality by 2050, as outlined in their 2021–2030 roadmap for sustainable development. This commitment is specifically targeted at Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. China Shenhua's emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, China Shenhua Energy Company Limited, which is responsible for the overall performance and climate initiatives. The company is actively working towards its long-term climate goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint in the energy sector.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,100,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,207,380,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
China Shenhua 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.

