Tenaga Nasional Berhad
Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) is Malaysia's leading electricity utility company, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur. Established in 1949, TNB has grown to become a pivotal player in the energy sector, serving millions of customers across Peninsular Malaysia and parts of Sabah and Sarawak. As a key provider in the power generation, transmission, and distribution industry, TNB offers a diverse range of services, including renewable energy solutions and energy efficiency initiatives. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition towards greener energy sources. With a strong market presence, TNB has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Its unique blend of traditional and renewable energy offerings sets TNB apart in the competitive landscape of the Malaysian energy market.
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Tenaga Nasional Berhad's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), headquartered in Malaysia (MY), reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The company’s total emissions for Scope 1 reached approximately 38,750,000,000 kg CO2e, with contributions from stationary combustion at about 38,680,000,000 kg CO2e, mobile combustion at 20,000,000 kg CO2e, and fugitive emissions at 90,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions were reported at approximately 321,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled about 98,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from business travel (35,000,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (63,000,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, the previous year, 2023, TNB's Scope 1 emissions were slightly lower at approximately 38,920,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 331,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 100,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a marginal reduction in Scope 1 emissions year-on-year. Despite these figures, TNB has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments. The company’s climate strategy appears to be in its early stages, focusing on transparency in emissions reporting without established reduction goals. Overall, TNB's emissions data reflects its operational impact and highlights the need for strategic climate commitments to align with global sustainability efforts.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,100,000,000 | 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 | 400,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Tenaga Nasional Berhad 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.
