Petrobras
Petrobras, officially known as Petróleo Brasileiro S.A., is a leading energy company headquartered in Brasília, Brazil. Founded in 1953, Petrobras has established itself as a key player in the oil and gas industry, with significant operations across South America, particularly in offshore oil exploration and production. The company is renowned for its expertise in deepwater drilling and is a pioneer in the development of pre-salt oil fields, which are among the most productive in the world. Petrobras offers a diverse range of products and services, including crude oil, natural gas, and biofuels, positioning itself as a vital contributor to Brazil's energy landscape. With a strong market presence, Petrobras has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable energy initiatives and significant investments in technology. Its commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility continues to enhance its reputation as a leader in the global energy sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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Petrobras's score of 32 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Petrobras's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Petrobras reported total carbon emissions of approximately 45800000000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 45800000000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 100000000 kg CO2e. The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significant, reaching approximately 441000000000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products (422000000000 kg CO2e). Over the years, Petrobras has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were about 47700000000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 47600000000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 100000000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 442000000000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Petrobras has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within a challenging industry context, where significant emissions are often associated with fossil fuel production and consumption. Petrobras's emissions data reflects the complexities of managing carbon footprints in the oil and gas sector, highlighting the need for ongoing efforts to address climate change impacts.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 77,500,000,000 | 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 | 800,000,000 | 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 | 537,000,000,000 | 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Petrobras is committed to some 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.
