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, totalling approximately 43.9 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 2.2 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where emissions were about 42.3 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2.1 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious 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. QatarEnergy has previously achieved an 11.5% reduction in its direct GHG emissions (Scope 1), decreasing from about 5.1 million tonnes CO2e in 2016 to approximately 4.6 million tonnes CO2e in 2017. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its overall carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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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 | 112,974,000 | 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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