Gail, officially known as Gail (India) Limited, is a prominent player in the energy sector, headquartered in New Delhi, India. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a leader in natural gas transmission and distribution, serving major operational regions across India. Gail's core offerings include natural gas processing, petrochemicals, and the development of infrastructure for gas transportation. What sets Gail apart is its commitment to sustainable energy solutions and its extensive pipeline network, which is one of the largest in the country. With a strong market position, Gail has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its LNG terminals and a focus on renewable energy initiatives. The company continues to play a vital role in India's energy landscape, driving innovation and efficiency in the industry.
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In 2023, GAIL (India) Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,679,890 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 386,108 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 29,508,803,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 3,454,099,700 kg CO2e. GAIL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2040, while also targeting a 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from a 2020-2021 baseline by the same year. The company is actively pursuing its carbon neutrality goals, including the installation of 1,000 MW of renewable energy by 2035 to support these efforts. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that GAIL is independently reporting its carbon footprint and climate initiatives. The company’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its long-term decarbonisation roadmap, which underscores its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,261,535,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 233,261,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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.
Gail 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.
