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.
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In 2024, Orlen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 185,939,501,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 24,745,019,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,510,274,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 169,307,443,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 20% reduction in carbon emissions from its existing refinery and petrochemical assets by 2030, alongside a 33% reduction in carbon emissions per megawatt-hour of electricity produced. In 2023, Orlen's emissions were reported at approximately 253,563,560,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,337,792,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 169,307,443,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company is committed to achieving full climate neutrality by 2050, as outlined in its long-term strategy. This commitment includes a 20% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from existing assets by 2030, with a focus on enhancing energy efficiency and transitioning to low-emission technologies. Orlen's climate strategy is further supported by its position as a leading producer of zero and low-emission electricity in Poland, with a target to reduce CO2 emissions per MWh by 33% by 2030, based on 2019 levels. The company has also introduced a National Reduction Target (NRT) to reduce GHG emissions by 6% relative to 2010 levels by the end of 2020. Overall, Orlen's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a clear roadmap towards significant emissions reductions across all scopes by 2030 and a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,176,145,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Orlen 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.
