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Kalundborg Refinery

Kalundborg Refinery, officially known as A/S Kalundborg Refinery, is a leading player in the oil refining industry, headquartered in Kalundborg, Denmark (DK). Established in 1964, the refinery has evolved into a pivotal facility within the region, primarily serving the European market. Specialising in the production of high-quality fuels and petrochemical products, Kalundborg Refinery is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainability and resource efficiency. The refinery's unique integration of processes allows for the recycling of by-products, setting it apart in the competitive landscape. With a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, Kalundborg Refinery has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in energy efficiency and reduced emissions. Its strategic position in the market underscores its reputation as a reliable supplier of refined products, contributing to Denmark's energy landscape and beyond.

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16

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Gas/Diesel Oil industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Kalundborg Refinery's score of 16 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kalundborg Refinery's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kalundborg Refinery, located in Denmark (DK), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 532,667,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 532,667,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 358,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 472,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, the refinery has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, emissions were about 514,010,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 514,010,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 324,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 517,000 kg CO2e. The refinery's emissions peaked in 2017 at approximately 543,609,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Kalundborg Refinery has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The refinery operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon reduction, yet it currently lacks formal commitments to align with these trends.

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543,609,000
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Scope 2
131,000
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Scope 3
428,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kalundborg Refinery's primary industry is Gas/Diesel Oil, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kalundborg Refinery is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kalundborg Refinery 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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