Petrobras
Petrobras, officially known as Petróleo Brasileiro S.A., is a leading energy company headquartered in Brazil. Established in 1953, Petrobras has grown to become a key player in the global oil and gas industry, with significant operations across South America and beyond. The company is primarily engaged in the exploration, production, refining, and distribution of oil and natural gas, alongside renewable energy initiatives. With a strong focus on deepwater oil extraction, Petrobras has pioneered advanced technologies that set it apart in the market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant discoveries in the pre-salt layer of the Santos Basin, which have bolstered its position as one of the largest oil producers in Brazil. Petrobras continues to innovate and adapt, maintaining its status as a vital contributor to the energy sector while striving for sustainability and efficiency.
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Petrobras's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Petrobras reported total carbon emissions of approximately 441,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 45,800,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 100,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 441,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reliance on emissions from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 422,000,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Petrobras's total emissions were approximately 442,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 47,600,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 100,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were also substantial, at approximately 442,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Petrobras has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term strategies for emissions reduction. The company operates within a challenging industry context, where significant emissions are often associated with fossil fuel production and consumption. Overall, Petrobras's emissions data highlights the scale of its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are critical for understanding the full impact of its operations on climate change.
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| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 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 | 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 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Petrobras is participating in some 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.
