Orlen
Orlen, officially known as PKN Orlen S.A., is a leading integrated oil and gas company headquartered in Płock, Poland. Founded in 1999, Orlen has established itself as a key player in the Central and Eastern European energy sector, with significant operations across Poland, the Czech Republic, and Lithuania. The company primarily focuses on refining, retail, and petrochemical production, offering a diverse range of products including fuels, lubricants, and chemicals. Orlen is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in the industry. With a robust market presence, Orlen has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its retail network and advancements in renewable energy initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a reliable energy provider in the region.
DitchCarbon Score
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Orlen's score of 30 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Orlen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Orlen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 169,307,443,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions from Scope 1 at about 25,356,356,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1,337,792,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 169,307,443,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. In previous years, Orlen's emissions have shown variability, with total emissions of about 27,623,586,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 17,955,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for growth in their climate commitments. Orlen's emissions profile reflects a substantial reliance on fossil fuels, particularly in their Scope 3 emissions, which primarily arise from the use of sold products. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while Orlen is aware of its emissions, it may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and global climate goals. Overall, Orlen's emissions data highlights the need for ongoing efforts to reduce carbon footprints and implement effective climate strategies in the energy sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,207,295,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,206,950,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 178,227,273,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Orlen 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.
