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, headquartered in Saudi Arabia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,059,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 932,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of around 2,992,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Sipchem's emissions have shown variability over the years, with previous reports indicating emissions of approximately 2,462,000,000 kg CO2e in 2017 and 3,078,507,000 kg CO2e in 2016. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The company’s production emissions intensity has been reported at about 730 kg CO2e per tonne of fabricated product in 2022, reflecting its operational efficiency in relation to carbon output. However, no significant reduction initiatives or targets have been documented, suggesting that Sipchem may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations. Overall, while Sipchem has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of reduction commitments highlights an opportunity for the company to strengthen its climate action framework.
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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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Sipchem is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
