Gail, officially known as Gail (India) Limited, is a prominent player in the energy sector, headquartered in New Delhi, India. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a leader in natural gas transmission and distribution, serving major operational regions across India. Gail's core offerings include natural gas processing, petrochemicals, and the development of infrastructure for gas transportation. What sets Gail apart is its commitment to sustainable energy solutions and its extensive pipeline network, which is one of the largest in the country. With a strong market position, Gail has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its LNG terminals and a focus on renewable energy initiatives. The company continues to play a vital role in India's energy landscape, driving innovation and efficiency in the industry.
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In 2023, GAIL reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,755,550 kg CO2e, comprising 3,656,175,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 319,380,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 23,423,804,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued reliance on fossil fuels, with Scope 3 emissions representing a substantial portion of their total emissions. In 2022, GAIL's total emissions were about 28,573,915,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,133,249,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 434,135,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions in line with industry standards. GAIL's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with a notable increase in total emissions from 2011, when they were approximately 2,494,796,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. The company has not set any science-based targets or climate pledges, which may impact its long-term sustainability and compliance with global climate goals. Overall, GAIL's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies to align with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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Get Started2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,261,535,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 233,261,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Gail is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.