Sinopec Sustainability Profile
Sinopec Limited, officially known as China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, is a leading player in the global energy sector, headquartered in Beijing, China. Founded in 2000, Sinopec has rapidly evolved into one of the largest oil and gas companies worldwide, with significant operations across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The company primarily focuses on refining, petrochemicals, and natural gas, offering a diverse range of products including fuels, lubricants, and chemical materials. Sinopec is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, positioning itself as a pioneer in green energy initiatives. With a robust market presence, Sinopec consistently ranks among the top companies in the Fortune Global 500, reflecting its substantial contributions to the energy industry and its strategic importance in the global market.
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Sinopec's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sinopec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 139,090,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 28,860,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 167,950,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 142,280,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 26,360,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 168,640,000,000 kg CO2e. Sinopec's emissions data is sourced directly from China Petrochemical Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent companies. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor has it set specific reduction targets or climate pledges under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Over the past few years, Sinopec's emissions have fluctuated, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 137,720,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 24,070,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling about 161,790,000,000 kg CO2e. The company continues to face challenges in establishing comprehensive climate commitments, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction initiatives or targets. Overall, Sinopec's emissions reflect its significant role in the global energy sector, and the company is under increasing pressure to enhance its climate strategies and reduce its carbon footprint.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 128,570,000,000 | 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 2 | 42,950,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Sinopec'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.
Sinopec 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.
