PTPN VII, officially known as Perusahaan Terbatas Perkebunan Nusantara VII, is a prominent player in Indonesia's agricultural sector, headquartered in Bandar Lampung, Indonesia. Established in 1996, the company has significantly contributed to the cultivation and processing of various plantation commodities, particularly rubber and palm oil, across its major operational regions in Sumatra and Java. With a commitment to sustainable practices, PTPN VII offers unique products that stand out in the market, including high-quality rubber and palm oil derivatives. The company has achieved notable milestones, enhancing its market position through innovative agricultural techniques and a focus on environmental stewardship. As a key contributor to Indonesia's economy, PTPN VII continues to set benchmarks in the plantation industry, reflecting its dedication to quality and sustainability.
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In 2022, PTPN VII reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 11,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e, which comprises mobile combustion (1,139,018,000 kg CO2e), fugitive emissions (5,541,700,000 kg CO2e), and stationary combustion (247,656,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity accounted for approximately 2,758,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions, including employee commute and upstream transportation and distribution, contributed about 1,845,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, PTPN VII's total emissions were around 10,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,531,200,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions also around 2,375,600,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in emissions from 2021 to 2022. Currently, PTPN VII has not established any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor do they have commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate action within the organisation. PTPN VII's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that the reported figures are solely from their own operations. The company is headquartered in Indonesia and operates within the agricultural sector, which is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,931,314,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,531,200,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,375,600,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
PTPN VII's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 14% last year and decreased by approximately 14% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 17% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 58% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
PTPN VII has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

