Kuwait Petroleum
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC), commonly referred to as Kuwait Petroleum, is a state-owned entity headquartered in Kuwait City, KW. Established in 1934, KPC has grown to become a leading player in the global oil and gas industry, with significant operations across the Middle East and beyond. The corporation is primarily engaged in the exploration, production, refining, and distribution of petroleum products, making it a cornerstone of Kuwait's economy. KPC's core offerings include crude oil, natural gas, and a range of refined products, distinguished by their high quality and adherence to international standards. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable practices and technological innovations in oil extraction. With a strong market position, Kuwait Petroleum continues to be recognised for its commitment to excellence and its pivotal role in the energy sector.
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Kuwait Petroleum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,845,300,000 kg CO2e, comprising 20,717,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 5,127,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions include process emissions of about 1,793,200,000 kg CO2e, fugitive emissions of approximately 168,000,000 kg CO2e, and stationary combustion emissions of around 12,885,500,000 kg CO2e. KPC has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that KPC may be in the early stages of formalising their climate strategy. The emissions data reflects KPC's operational impact and highlights the need for ongoing assessment and potential future commitments to align with global climate goals.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,237,712,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,959,174,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Kuwait Petroleum is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
