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 significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 38,750,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 321,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 98,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions intensity was recorded at 557.1 kg CO2e per MWh. In 2023, TNB's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at about 38,920,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 331,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 100,000,000 kg CO2e, maintaining a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 546.5 kg CO2e per MWh. TNB has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests a potential area for future development in TNB's sustainability strategy.
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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.