QatarEnergy, formerly known as Qatar Petroleum, is a leading global energy company headquartered in Doha, Qatar (QA). Established in 1974, the company has significantly contributed to the development of Qatar's oil and gas sector, positioning itself as a key player in the energy industry. With operations spanning the Middle East and beyond, QatarEnergy focuses on exploration, production, and refining of hydrocarbons, alongside renewable energy initiatives. The company is renowned for its vast natural gas reserves, particularly in the North Field, which is one of the largest in the world. QatarEnergy's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart, as it actively invests in cleaner energy technologies. As a major exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), QatarEnergy has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its status as a cornerstone of the global energy market.
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In 2023, QatarEnergy reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 43.9 million tonnes CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 2.2 million tonnes CO2e. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 43.3 million tonnes CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions remained consistent at 2.2 million tonnes CO2e globally. QatarEnergy has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in carbon intensity for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035, using 2013 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 35% reduction in the carbon intensity of its LNG facilities by the same year. These initiatives are part of QatarEnergy's broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. The company has previously achieved an 11.5% reduction in direct GHG emissions (Scope 1) from 2016 to 2017, decreasing from about 5.1 million tonnes CO2e to approximately 4.6 million tonnes CO2e. This demonstrates QatarEnergy's commitment to improving its environmental performance and addressing climate change challenges. Overall, QatarEnergy's emissions data and reduction targets underscore its dedication to sustainability and responsible energy production in Qatar (QA).
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 4,941,866,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Qatarenergy is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.