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 2023, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), headquartered in Malaysia, reported carbon emissions of approximately 38,920,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 390,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions included about 36,853,490 kg CO2e from business travel and 63,027,750 kg CO2e from employee commuting. Over the years, TNB's emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 39,740,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and Scope 2 emissions reaching a high of 400,000,000 kg CO2e in 2017. The company has not publicly disclosed 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 intensity for electricity generation has varied, with a reported intensity of 546.5 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023. The company continues to navigate the challenges of reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining its role as a leading energy provider in the region.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 |
Scope 2 | 400,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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Tenaga Nasional 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.