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 total carbon emissions of approximately 38,920,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 390,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The Scope 1 emissions included 20,000,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 80,000,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and 38,810,000,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Additionally, TNB disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which comprised 36,853,490 kg CO2e from business travel and 63,027,750 kg CO2e from employee commuting. Over the years, TNB has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at approximately 39,740,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a need for further commitment to climate action. TNB's emissions intensity for 2023 was reported at 546.5 kg CO2e per MWh, reflecting its ongoing efforts to manage its carbon footprint in the electricity sector. As TNB continues to navigate its climate commitments, the focus remains on enhancing sustainability practices and reducing overall emissions in alignment with global climate goals.
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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.