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 score of 30 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, SABIC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 43,000,000,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a slight increase from about 42,800,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions data encompasses Scope 1 and 2, with no reported Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, SABIC's emissions were approximately 33,610,699,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 12,961,020,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in Saudi Arabia, contributing to a global total of around 44,400,000,000 kg CO2e. SABIC has set ambitious climate commitments, targeting a 20% reduction in absolute emissions for both Scope 1 and 2 by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline. This commitment is part of their broader goal to achieve carbon neutrality across all operations by 2050. These targets are cascaded from their parent company, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, which also influences their sustainability initiatives. The company’s emissions reduction strategy is aligned with industry standards and reflects a commitment to addressing climate change through significant operational changes and efficiency improvements. SABIC's ongoing efforts demonstrate a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint while maintaining their position as a leader in the chemical industry.
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2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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