PETRONAS Chemicals International B.V., a subsidiary of the Malaysian oil and gas giant PETRONAS, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Established in 2001, the company has rapidly evolved into a key player in the global chemicals industry, focusing on the production of petrochemicals, fertilisers, and specialty chemicals. With a diverse portfolio that includes ethylene, propylene, and methanol, PETRONAS Chemicals stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in green technology and a strong emphasis on research and development. Recognised for its market leadership, PETRONAS Chemicals International B.V. continues to drive growth and excellence in the chemical sector, contributing to a more sustainable future.
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In 2016, PETRONAS Chemicals International B.V. reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 48.2 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1, 45 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 3.2 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The following years showed fluctuations in emissions, with 2017 seeing Scope 1 emissions rise to about 53.6 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions increasing to approximately 56.5 billion kg CO2e. By 2018, emissions decreased slightly, with Scope 1 at about 50.1 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 50.6 billion kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions dropped to 2 billion kg CO2e. In 2019, PETRONAS reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 48.4 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 50.6 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at 2.2 billion kg CO2e. The trend continued in 2020, where Scope 1 emissions were around 44.2 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 46.2 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions remained at 2 billion kg CO2e. Despite the detailed emissions data from 2016 to 2020, there are no reported emissions for 2021 and 2022. Additionally, PETRONAS has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company operates within a challenging industry context, where significant emissions are typical, and the need for robust climate action is critical.
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Add to project2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 48,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 45,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,200,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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PETRONAS Chemicals International B.V. 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.