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 30,700,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 3, with significant contributions from investments (2,600,000,000 kg CO2e), capital goods (3,000,000,000 kg CO2e), and end-of-life treatment of sold products (10,100,000,000 kg CO2e). In previous years, Vitol's emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 28,200,000,000 kg CO2e; in 2021, they reached approximately 26,100,000,000 kg CO2e; and in 2020, emissions were around 25,400 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formalised commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Vitol's emissions data reflects its operations in the global energy sector, where it is crucial to address carbon footprints and implement sustainable practices. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate strategy and align with industry standards for emissions reduction.
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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 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Vitol 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.