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**PetroChina: Powering Global Energy Needs**
PetroChina Company Limited, commonly known as PetroChina, stands as a cornerstone of the global energy sector. Headquartered in China, this integrated energy giant plays a pivotal role in the exploration, production, and distribution of natural gas and related services, excluding surveying.
Established in 1999, PetroChina has rapidly expanded its operations, becoming a leading force in the natural gas industry. The company's core services encompass the full value chain of natural gas, from extracting vast reserves to delivering essential energy solutions to homes and industries worldwide.
PetroChina's commitment to innovation and sustainable development has solidified its position as one of the world's largest oil and gas companies. Its extensive natural gas portfolio and strategic global presence underscore its significance in meeting growing energy demands.
16
DitchCarbon score
-3 vs industry average
Petrochina’s score of 16 is lower than 41% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Natural Gas Extraction is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.868
20182025
The Natural Gas Extraction industry has reduced its overall emissions by 16% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Petrochina's reported carbon emissions
PetroChina Company Limited, headquartered in CN, operates in the natural gas and related services industry. For 2024, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of 122.76 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 47.70 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, its Scope 1 emissions were approximately 124.66 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were around 46.52 billion kg CO2e. For 2022, PetroChina reported Scope 1 emissions of about 119.68 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 40.88 billion kg CO2e. In 2021, the company's Scope 1 emissions were 121.39 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 38.15 billion kg CO2e. PetroChina's 2020 emissions included approximately 127.57 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 39.87 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2, with a combined Scope 1 and 2 total of around 167.44 billion kg CO2e. For 2019, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 132.17 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 41.91 billion kg CO2e, resulting in a combined Scope 1 and 2 total of approximately 174.08 billion kg CO2e. Data for 2025 and 2017 did not include disclosed emissions data. PetroChina aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, as stated in their 2023 commitment relating to Scope 1 emissions. This climate commitment is cascaded from the parent company, PetroChina Company Limited.
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Petrochina’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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