PetroChina Company Limited, commonly referred to as PetroChina, is a leading player in the global oil and gas industry, headquartered in Beijing, China (CN). Established in 1999, the company has rapidly evolved into one of the largest integrated energy firms worldwide, with significant operations across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. PetroChina's core business areas encompass exploration, production, refining, and distribution of oil and natural gas, alongside petrochemical manufacturing. The company is renowned for its extensive pipeline network and advanced technology in resource extraction, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, PetroChina consistently ranks among the top oil producers globally, achieving notable milestones in sustainable energy initiatives and innovation. Its commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship underscores its role as a key player in the energy sector.
How does Petrochina's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Petrochina's score of 19 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, PetroChina reported total carbon emissions of approximately 170.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 122.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 47.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw similar figures with total emissions of approximately 171.2 billion kg CO2e, including about 124.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 46.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2. PetroChina has set a long-term commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, focusing on Scope 1 emissions. This target was established in 2023 and reflects the company's intention to align with global climate goals. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, PetroChina Company Limited, which oversees the reporting and performance metrics. Overall, PetroChina's emissions reflect significant operational activities in the fossil fuel sector, and their commitment to carbon neutrality indicates a strategic shift towards sustainability in response to increasing regulatory and societal pressures.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,170,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,910,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Petrochina has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

