Sabic
SABIC, or Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, is a global leader in the chemicals industry, headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 1976, SABIC has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in petrochemicals, chemicals, plastics, and fertilisers, catering to diverse sectors such as automotive, construction, and healthcare. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, SABIC has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest petrochemical manufacturers worldwide. Its core products, characterised by high quality and performance, set the company apart in a competitive market. SABIC's dedication to research and development has solidified its position as a key player in the global chemicals landscape, driving growth and innovation.
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Sabic's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SABIC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 16,500,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, reflecting a commitment to transparency in their climate impact. This data is cascaded from their parent company, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, which oversees their sustainability initiatives. SABIC has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 20% reduction in absolute emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of their broader goal of achieving carbon neutrality across all operations by 2050, acknowledging varying national circumstances. In 2022, the company reported emissions of approximately 37,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 17,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a slight decrease in emissions from the previous year. This trend aligns with their interim targets and long-term climate strategy. SABIC's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy efficiency across their operations.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,000,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,000,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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