Orlen Sustainability Profile
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 score of 48 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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Orlen's reported carbon emissions
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. In 2023, the company’s emissions were slightly lower, totalling around 169,307,443,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 25,356,356,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,337,792,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Orlen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for full climate neutrality by 2050. The company plans to reduce carbon emissions from its existing refinery and petrochemical assets by 20% and cut carbon emissions per megawatt-hour of electricity by 33% by 2030. Additionally, it targets a 40% reduction in emissions intensity by 2030 and a 55% reduction by 2035, both relative to a 2019 baseline. These initiatives reflect Orlen's commitment to sustainable development and its role as a leading producer of low-emission electricity in Poland. The company’s strategy is supported by its participation in the CDP reporting framework, ensuring transparency in its climate actions.
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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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Orlen's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 6% since 2020, 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" being the largest emissions source at 88% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Orlen'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.
Orlen 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.
