Hong Kong And China Gas
Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, commonly known as Towngas, is a leading energy provider headquartered in Hong Kong. Established in 1862, the company has evolved into a key player in the gas and energy sector, primarily serving Hong Kong and mainland China. Towngas is renowned for its innovative gas supply solutions, including town gas, natural gas, and a range of energy-related services. With a commitment to sustainability, Towngas has made significant strides in developing renewable energy sources and enhancing energy efficiency. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its reliability and customer-centric approach. Notable achievements include its extensive pipeline network and pioneering initiatives in smart energy technology, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
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Hong Kong And China Gas's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hong Kong and China Gas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,214,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,596,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 618,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 27,555,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily attributed to the use of sold products (23,133,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (23,133,000,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 2,156,000,000 kg CO2e in Hong Kong, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined at 329,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products were approximately 1,457,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these substantial emissions figures, Hong Kong and China Gas has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction initiatives or SBTi targets. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. Overall, while the company has made strides in transparency regarding its emissions, it currently lacks defined commitments to reduce its carbon footprint.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 797,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 258,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Hong Kong And China Gas 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.
