Cheniere Energy Sustainability Profile
Cheniere Energy, Inc., a leading player in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in the Gulf Coast region. Founded in 1983, Cheniere has established itself as a pioneer in the LNG industry, notably becoming the first company to export LNG from the contiguous United States in 2016. The company focuses on the production, transportation, and sale of LNG, leveraging its state-of-the-art facilities, including the Sabine Pass LNG terminal in Louisiana. Cheniere's commitment to operational excellence and innovative technology sets it apart in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio of long-term contracts and a strong market position, Cheniere Energy continues to play a vital role in meeting global energy demands while promoting cleaner energy solutions.
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Cheniere Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cheniere Energy, headquartered in the US, reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 9,730,770,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 224,169,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, where they were approximately 9,785,247,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions also decreased from about 239,445,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Cheniere has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus primarily on direct and indirect emissions from their operations. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which suggests a need for further commitment in this area. The emissions intensity for Scope 1 in 2023 was reported at about 4,870 kg CO2e per MMscf of LNG exported, demonstrating the company's operational efficiency in relation to its output. Overall, while Cheniere Energy has made strides in managing its emissions, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action and accountability in the future.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,302,962,000 | 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 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Cheniere Energy'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.
Cheniere Energy 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.
