PARCO
PARCO, or Pak Arab Refinery Company, is a leading player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Pakistan (PK). Established in 1974, PARCO has made significant strides in refining and distributing petroleum products across the region, with major operations spanning the southern and central parts of Pakistan. The company is renowned for its state-of-the-art refinery, which boasts a unique capacity to process a diverse range of crude oils. PARCO's core services include refining, storage, and transportation of petroleum products, positioning it as a vital contributor to the country's energy sector. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, PARCO has achieved notable milestones, including the implementation of advanced technologies that enhance operational efficiency. As a market leader, PARCO continues to set benchmarks in the industry, recognised for its reliability and innovation in meeting the energy needs of Pakistan.
DitchCarbon Score
How does PARCO's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
PARCO's score of 21 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
PARCO's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PARCO reported total carbon emissions of approximately 813,800,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 663,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 150,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a decrease from 2022, where emissions were approximately 895,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 730,800,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 165,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, PARCO's emissions were approximately 762,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 630,400,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 131,700,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a fluctuation in emissions over the years, with a notable increase in 2022 before the reduction in 2023. Despite these figures, PARCO has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company operates within the petroleum sector, which is inherently carbon-intensive, and continues to face challenges in significantly reducing its carbon footprint.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 404,900,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 90,200,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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PARCO 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.
