Sipchem
Sahara International Petrochemical Company, commonly known as Sipchem, is a leading player in the petrochemical industry, headquartered in Saudi Arabia. Founded in 1999, Sipchem has established itself as a key manufacturer of a diverse range of chemical products, including ethylene, polyethylene, and methanol, serving various sectors such as plastics, automotive, and construction. With major operations in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, Sipchem has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of several production facilities that enhance its market position. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. Sipchem's strategic focus on high-quality products and operational excellence has solidified its reputation as a trusted supplier in the global petrochemical market.
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Sipchem's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Sipchem reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,992,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 2,059,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 932,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been disclosed. In previous years, Sipchem's emissions have varied, with total emissions of about 3,078,507,000 kg CO2e in 2016 and approximately 3,032,402,000 kg CO2e in 2017. The company has shown a slight decrease in emissions intensity, with a reported GHG intensity of about 1,730 kg CO2e per metric ton of production in 2016, improving to approximately 1,720 kg CO2e per metric ton in 2017. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Sipchem's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions indicate a recognition of the importance of climate commitments in the chemical industry. The company continues to focus on improving its carbon emissions per ton of fabricated product, which was reported at 730 kg CO2e in 2022, up from 750 kg CO2e in 2021. Overall, while Sipchem has not set formal reduction targets, its emissions data reflects a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility within the context of its operations in Saudi Arabia.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,199,185,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 582,114,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Sipchem 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.
