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.
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Orlen's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Orlen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 185.94 million tonnes CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (about 24.75 million tonnes CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 2.51 million tonnes CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions (around 158.68 million tonnes CO2e). The Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by the use of sold products, accounting for about 139.10 million tonnes CO2e. In 2023, Orlen's emissions were slightly higher, totalling about 169.31 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 25.36 million tonnes CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 1.34 million tonnes CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, aiming for a 20% reduction in carbon emissions from its existing refinery and petrochemical assets by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Orlen plans to cut carbon emissions per megawatt-hour of electricity by 33% by 2030. Long-term, Orlen has set a target for full climate neutrality by 2050, as part of its sustainability strategy. This commitment includes a 13% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030 and a 25% reduction by 2035, both relative to the 2019 baseline. The company is also focused on becoming a leading producer of zero and low emissions electricity in Poland. Overall, Orlen's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing carbon emissions across all scopes, with specific targets aimed at significant reductions in the near and long term.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,510,844,000 | 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.
