Vitol Group, commonly referred to as Vitol, is a leading energy and commodities trading company headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1966, Vitol has established a significant presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company operates primarily in the oil, gas, and power sectors, providing a diverse range of services that encompass trading, logistics, and supply chain management. Vitol is renowned for its extensive portfolio of core products, including crude oil, refined products, and natural gas, distinguished by its commitment to efficiency and sustainability. With a strong market position, Vitol has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the largest independent energy traders globally. Its strategic approach and innovative solutions continue to set it apart in the competitive energy landscape.
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In 2023, Vitol reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30.7 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1.8 million tonnes CO2e. The company disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including approximately 2.6 million tonnes CO2e from investments, 3 million tonnes CO2e from capital goods, and 10.1 million tonnes CO2e from the end-of-life treatment of sold products. Comparatively, in 2022, Vitol's total emissions were about 28.2 million tonnes CO2e, maintaining Scope 1 emissions at 1.8 million tonnes CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year included approximately 3.2 million tonnes CO2e from investments and 7.4 million tonnes CO2e from the end-of-life treatment of sold products. Vitol's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Vitol S.A., and is part of a broader corporate family relationship. However, the company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Overall, Vitol's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of its operations, particularly in Scope 3 categories, while the absence of reduction initiatives suggests an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,600 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 16,900 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Vitol 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.