Kazmunaygas Sustainability Profile
KazMunayGas National Company JSC, commonly referred to as KazMunayGas, is a leading player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Kazakhstan (KZ). Established in 2002, the company has rapidly evolved, becoming a cornerstone of the nation’s energy sector, with significant operations across Central Asia and beyond. Specialising in the exploration, production, refining, and transportation of hydrocarbons, KazMunayGas offers a diverse portfolio of services that distinguishes it in the market. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and technological innovation, which enhance its operational efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a strong market position, KazMunayGas has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that bolster its influence in the global energy landscape. As a state-owned enterprise, it plays a vital role in Kazakhstan's economy, contributing significantly to national revenue and energy security.
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Kazmunaygas's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KazMunayGas, headquartered in Kazakhstan (KZ), reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 26,400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 59,100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products. This data reflects the company's extensive operational footprint and highlights the challenges it faces in reducing its carbon impact. In 2023, the company reported emissions of about 7,582,540,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,147,852,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based) in Kazakhstan. Additionally, in the same year, global emissions included approximately 2,330,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), alongside 54,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. KazMunayGas has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments. This lack of formal climate pledges suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, KazMunayGas's emissions data underscores the need for robust climate commitments and reduction strategies to address its substantial carbon footprint effectively.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,600,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,500,000,000 | 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 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Kazmunaygas's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kazmunaygas's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Kazmunaygas's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Kazmunaygas has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
