Hindustan Petroleum
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a prominent player in the crude petroleum industry, is headquartered in India. Established in 1974, HPCL has grown to become a key provider of services related to crude oil extraction, excluding surveying, with significant operations across various regions in India.
The company is renowned for its refining and marketing of petroleum products, including fuels, lubricants, and petrochemicals. HPCL's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the competitive landscape. With a robust market position, it has achieved notable milestones, including the establishment of state-of-the-art refineries and a vast network of retail outlets.
HPCL's dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified its reputation as a trusted name in the industry, making it a vital contributor to India's energy sector.
+4 vs industry average
Hindustan Petroleum’s score of 19 is lower than 48% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Crude Oil Extraction is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Crude Oil Extraction industry has reduced its overall emissions by 90% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hindustan Petroleum's reported carbon emissions
Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL) in India, operating in the crude petroleum and related services sector, has outlined ambitious climate commitments, including a target to achieve Net Zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2040.
For the reporting year 2024, HPCL reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 4,717,522,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 1,059,353,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same period were approximately 137,374 kg CO2e, with specific breakdowns for business travel, employee commute, use of sold products, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and downstream transportation and distribution.
In 2023, HPCL's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4,304,201,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 776,480,000 kg CO2e.
Earlier reporting shows:
- 2022: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,341,600,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 637,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were substantial, driven by the use of sold products at approximately 14,503,000,000 kg CO2e, along with employee commute, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream and downstream transportation and distribution.
- 2021: Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 3,854,200,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 670,000,000 kg CO2e.
- 2020: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,654,600,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 699,000,000 kg CO2e.
- 2016: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,410,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 450,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions included employee commute, upstream and downstream transportation and distribution.
- 2015: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,390,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 430,000,000 kg CO2e.
HPCL's commitment to achieving Net Zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 underscores its dedication to climate action within the crude petroleum industry. The company's sustainability reports, referenced for these figures, are a key source of its environmental performance data. HPCL operates as a current subsidiary and its climate initiatives align with broader corporate family efforts.
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Hindustan Petroleum’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2040
HPCL is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions (Scope 1 a…
HPCL is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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