Ytl Sustainability Profile
YTL Corporation Berhad, commonly known as YTL, is a prominent Malaysian conglomerate headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Established in 1955, YTL has evolved into a leading player in various sectors, including utilities, construction, property development, and hospitality. The company operates extensively across Asia, with significant projects in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom. YTL is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes innovative services in water supply, power generation, and telecommunications. Its commitment to sustainability and excellence has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as the development of the first privatised water supply company in Malaysia. With a strong emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction, YTL continues to set benchmarks in the industries it serves, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the region.
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Ytl's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, YTL, headquartered in Malaysia, reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 4,160,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 153,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 50,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This represents a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where emissions were about 3,921,000,000 kg CO2e, and a marginal increase in Scope 2 emissions from 150,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to carbon accounting. YTL has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 60% reduction in emissions from 2010 levels by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as outlined in their 2023 sustainability report. This commitment aligns with global climate goals, including the UN's call for a 45% reduction in net human-caused emissions by 2030 to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data for YTL is cascaded from its parent company, YTL Corporation Berhad, reflecting a corporate family relationship that enhances accountability and transparency in their climate commitments. Overall, YTL's initiatives demonstrate a proactive stance towards reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to global climate action.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,839,440,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 34,040,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 116,160,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Ytl'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.
Ytl 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.
