Petrochina
PetroChina Company Limited, commonly referred to as PetroChina, is a leading player in the global oil and gas industry, headquartered in Beijing, China (CN). Established in 1999, the company has rapidly evolved into one of the largest integrated energy firms worldwide, with significant operations across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. PetroChina's core business areas encompass exploration, production, refining, and distribution of oil and natural gas, alongside petrochemical manufacturing. The company is renowned for its extensive pipeline network and advanced technology in resource extraction, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, PetroChina consistently ranks among the top oil producers globally, achieving notable milestones in sustainable energy initiatives and innovation. Its commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship underscores its role as a key player in the energy sector.
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Petrochina's score of 14 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Petrochina's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PetroChina reported total carbon emissions of approximately 171,180,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 124,660,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 46,520,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 160,560,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 119,680,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 40,880,000,000 kg CO2e. PetroChina has set a long-term commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, focusing on Scope 1 emissions. This target was established in 2023 and reflects the company's intention to align with global climate goals. The company is currently classified as a current subsidiary of PetroChina Company Limited, which influences its climate reporting and initiatives. The emissions data for PetroChina is cascaded from its parent company, PetroChina Company Limited, which provides a comprehensive overview of the company's carbon footprint and climate commitments. As of now, there are no disclosed Scope 3 emissions or specific reduction targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,170,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,910,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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