Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad, commonly referred to as SOPB, is a leading player in the palm oil industry, headquartered in Malaysia. Established in 1968, the company has grown significantly, with major operations concentrated in Sarawak, where it cultivates oil palm plantations and processes crude palm oil. SOPB is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and high-quality products, including refined palm oil and palm kernel oil, which are integral to various food and non-food applications. With a strong market position, Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad has achieved notable milestones, including certifications for sustainability and quality. The company’s focus on innovation and environmental stewardship sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a trusted name in the palm oil sector.
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In 2023, Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad reported total carbon emissions of approximately 294,437,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 269,481,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 24,956,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 320,498,000 kg CO2e, indicating a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint. Over the years, Sarawak Oil Palms has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with 2021 recording the highest total emissions of approximately 269,290,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for further commitment in this area. The company’s GHG intensity metrics indicate that their biodiesel plant has a GHG intensity of about 310 kg CO2e per metric ton of product, while their mill operations show a GHG intensity of approximately 130 kg CO2e per metric ton. These figures reflect the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage emissions, although specific reduction strategies remain unspecified. Overall, while Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action and commitment to sustainability in the palm oil industry.
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Get Started2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 181,101,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.