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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In 2024, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), headquartered in Malaysia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,750,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, which includes direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. This figure includes about 90,000,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions. The company also recorded Scope 2 emissions of approximately 410,000,000 kg CO2e, which pertain to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, TNB's Scope 3 emissions, which encompass other indirect emissions, included about 35,000,000 kg CO2e from business travel and approximately 63,000,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. In 2023, TNB's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 38,920,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 330,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. TNB's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from their own disclosures. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its ongoing commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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.