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Velesto Sustainability Profile

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Velesto Energy Berhad, commonly known as Velesto, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Malaysia. Established in 2017, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on providing integrated drilling solutions and services across Southeast Asia and beyond. Specialising in jack-up drilling rigs, Velesto distinguishes itself through its commitment to safety, efficiency, and technological innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful deployment of advanced drilling technologies that enhance operational performance. With a strong market position, Velesto has garnered recognition for its reliability and expertise, making it a preferred partner for major oil and gas operators. As it continues to expand its footprint, Velesto remains dedicated to delivering exceptional value in the energy sector.

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38

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

31

Industry Benchmark

Velesto's score of 38 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Velesto's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Velesto Energy Berhad, headquartered in Malaysia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 64,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 62,264,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from direct operations, 609,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity, and 1,121,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass business travel. Comparatively, in 2023, Velesto's emissions were about 63,469,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 63,469,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 477,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 67,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a slight reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2023 to 2024. For 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 54,936,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 54,936,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 452,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 33,000 kg CO2e. This trend shows a general increase in emissions over the years, highlighting the need for enhanced climate commitments. Velesto has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a potential area for improvement in their climate action framework. Overall, Velesto's emissions data reflects the company's operational impact on climate change, with significant Scope 1 emissions dominating their carbon footprint. The lack of reduction targets indicates an opportunity for Velesto to enhance its sustainability efforts and align with industry standards for climate commitments.

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How Carbon Intensive is Velesto's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Velesto's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Velesto's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Velesto is in MY, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Velesto's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Velesto's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 2% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
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Velesto's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Velesto has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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