Orlen, officially known as PKN Orlen, is a leading Polish petroleum refiner and energy company headquartered in Płock, Poland. Established in 1999, the company has grown to become one of Central Europe's most significant players in the oil and gas industry, with extensive operations across Poland and neighbouring countries.
Specialising in petroleum refining, fuel production, and petrochemical services, Orlen is recognised for its high-quality products and innovative approach to energy solutions. Its strategic milestones include expanding its refining capacity and strengthening its market position through acquisitions and technological advancements. As a key player in the industry, Orlen continues to drive sustainable growth while maintaining a strong presence in the European energy sector.
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Industry Intensity
Petroleum Refineries has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Petroleum Refineries industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Orlen's reported carbon emissions
Orlen, a petroleum refineries company headquartered in PL, reported approximately 241.6 billion kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and about 2.6 billion kg CO2e of Scope 2 market-based emissions for 2025. Its Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 213.2 billion kg CO2e.
For 2024, Orlen's total emissions were approximately 185.9 billion kg CO2e. This included around 24.7 billion kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and about 2.5 billion kg CO2e of Scope 2 market-based emissions. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were approximately 139.1 billion kg CO2e from the use of sold products, alongside other categories.
In 2023, Orlen's total emissions were approximately 199.1 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 25.4 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions at approximately 1.3 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 amounted to approximately 169.3 billion kg CO2e.
Orlen has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims for full climate neutrality by 2050, working to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) and pollutant emissions across its entire value chain. A near-term target includes a 20% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO2 emissions from existing refining and petrochemical assets by 2030, using 2019 as a base year. Additionally, Orlen plans to reduce CO2 emissions per megawatt-hour of electricity by 33% by 2030, also relative to a 2019 baseline. For Scope 1 emissions specifically, the company targets a 13% reduction by 2030 and a 25% reduction by 2035, compared to 2019 levels. An intensity indicator for Scope 1 is targeted for a 40% reduction by 2030 and 55% by 2035, against the 2019 baseline. Orlen also aims to ensure no material risk of carbon lock-in associated with the use of sold products by 2035.
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Orlen’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
10 goals2035
25% reduction in Scope 1
The target is to reduce the emissions by 13% by 2030 and 25% by 2035, relative to the 2019 base year.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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