Bp
BP plc, commonly known as BP, is a leading global energy company headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1909, BP has evolved from its origins in oil exploration to become a key player in the energy sector, focusing on oil, gas, and renewable energy solutions. The company operates in major regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. BP's core offerings encompass upstream oil and gas exploration, refining, and distribution, alongside a growing portfolio in renewable energy, particularly wind and solar power. This diversification positions BP as a forward-thinking leader in the transition to a low-carbon future. Notable achievements include significant investments in clean energy technologies and a strong market presence, making BP a pivotal force in shaping the global energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bp'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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Bp's score of 61 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bp's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, BP reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 32,800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, while Scope 3 emissions reached about 322,000,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to a 2019 baseline, with an interim target of a 20% reduction by the end of 2025. Furthermore, BP is committed to achieving net zero emissions across its entire operations by 2050 or sooner, encompassing all scopes of emissions. BP's recent initiatives include a target to reduce Scope 1 emissions to net zero by 2025 and Scope 2 emissions to net zero by the same year. The company has also pledged to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 10-15% by 2025 and 20-30% by 2030 against the 2019 baseline. These commitments reflect BP's strategic shift towards sustainability and its role in addressing climate change.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 50,500,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,100,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Bp is participating in some 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.
