Reducing Carbon Emissions Through Efficient Energy Use and Displacement
Our impact on the environment includes natural gas, emissions, diesel consumption, and commuting, with potential negative impact on people including increased CO2 emissions and fire hazards.
It is undeniable that achieving our targets around reducing GHG emissions and reducing the impact of our operations on the environment requires a coordinated approach. We have therefore implemented various processes to address these issues, such as reducing energy inefficiencies, estimating, and mitigating natural gas emissions, and setting targets for GHG emissions reductions.
Additionally, we carry out surveys to ensure leak-proof facilities and have an emergency response team on standby for reported gas leaks. We have also contributed to carbon sequestration by planting trees in communities where we operate.
To measure progress towards our ESG targets, we request GHG data quarterly and use a GHG emissions framework document. We have engaged with stakeholders to improve processes, such as installing markers with contact details for gas leak emergencies and sensitising stakeholders on risks and precautions. Collaboration with government agencies and having a Right-of-Way (RoW) monitoring team has led to increased public awareness and reduced response time in isolating and stopping gas leaks from third-party encroachment.
Our Energy Data
Total energy consumption within the organisation from renewable sources
expand_more| Element | Joules |
|---|---|
| 2022 | |
| Solar | 667,807,200 |
| Total | 667,807,200 |
Total fuel consumption within the organisation from non-renewable sources
expand_more| Element | Joules | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2021 | |
| Gas | 92,315,000,000 0% | 684,907,000,000 |
| Diesel | 3,201,897,650,000 0% | 3,782,713,200,600 |
| Petrol | 641,488,400,000 0% | 911,459,640,000 |
| Total | 3,935,701,050,000 0% | 5,379,079,840,600 |
Total electricity consumption
expand_more| 804,806,307,000 Joules 0% |
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Total energy consumption within the organisation
expand_more| 4,740.5 Gigajoules 0% |
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Energy consumption outside of the organisation*
expand_more| 4,740.5 Gigajoules 0% | *Downstream distribution of our products via CNG trucks to customer locations |
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Energy intensity based on sales
expand_more| 8,939.6 Joules/SCM Sold 0% |
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After reviewing our GHG emissions framework/calculation methodology to comply with current worldwide emissions standards and installing an additional facility in one of our organisation's entities, we reset our base year emissions measurement to 2021. Our emissions calculations were conducted using the System of Units (SI) Conversion Factors for General Use (manual) and Axxela 's GHG emissions framework document.
To ensure the latest Global Warming Potential (GWP) emissions amendment was utilised, we obtained GWP values from the IPC fifth assessment (AR5). We track our emissions throughout the year and provide quarterly reports to our board of directors who are the champions of our emissions reduction strategy.
Furthermore, we have implemented procedures to reduce emissions and foster a culture of emissions reduction among our employees to demonstrate our commitment to reducing emissions.
Our Emissions Data
Standards, methodologies, assumptions, and/or calculation tools used for emissions data
expand_more| Element | CO2e |
|---|---|
| Natural Gas Burned (SCM) | 1.93 |
| Natural Gas Emitted (SCM) | 22.428 |
| Natural Gas Emitted (KG) | 28 |
| Electricity (kWh) | 0.43 |
| Diesel (Litre) | 2.69 |
| Petrol (Litre) | 2.39 |
Direct (Scope 1) GHG emissions
expand_more| Element | CO2e | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2021 | |
| Gas | 106,743kg 0% | 513,779kg |
| Diesel | 420,298kg 0% | 422,254kg |
| Petrol | 47,614kg 0% | 67,652kg |
| Total | 574,654kgCO2 = 574.65tCO2 0% | 1,003,685kgCO2 = 1003.68tCO2 |
Energy Indirect (Scope 2) GHG emissions
expand_more| Entity | CO2e | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2021 | |
| GNL | 31,316kg 0% | 32,467kg |
| CHGC | 3,440kg 0% | 9,977kg |
| Head Office | 55,732kg 0% | 90,425kg |
| TGNL | 5,642kg 0% | 6,759kg |
| Total | 96,130kgCO2 = 96.13tCO2 0% | 139,825kgCO2 = 139.8tCO2 |
Total emissions reduction from 2021
expand_more| 0% |
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Emissions intensity for 2022
expand_more| 0.68kgCO2/MSCM sold |
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GHG emissions reductions from our customers switching to natural gas
expand_more| Displaced CO2e Emission (kg) | % Savings | |
|---|---|---|
| GNL | 515,003,215 | 32.62% |
| CHGC | 52,206,910 | 33.62% |
| CEET | 150,258,452 | 30.39% |
| GNSL | 5,644,080 | 31.93% |
| TGNL | 53,702,751 | 31.85% |
| Total (KG) | *776,815,408 | 32.17% |
| *Over 700,000 Tons of CO2e emissions displaced in 2022 | ||
Management of Water Resources & Waste
We utilise water for routine administrative functions such as washing hands, cleaning offices, and other sanitary purposes. The water is sourced from underground water tables via boreholes or from vendors. There is no indication of any water related negative impact from our operations.
While we have no significant negative impact on the environment related to waste management, potential negative impact may arise due to pollution. However, we have implemented measures to manage waste and reduce potential negative impacts on the environment, such as a waste management disposal process, recycling of waste, and proper disposal of waste through government-approved agencies.
Our Waste Data
Volume of Generated Wastes by Type (Tons)
expand_more| Waste Type | Weight (Tons) | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2021 | |
| E-waste | - | - |
| Plastic | 0.500859 | 0.55146 |
| Paper | 0.1037 0% | 0.0854 |
| Solid | 1.001718 0% | 0.21154 |
| Others | 0.158336 0% | 0.116347 |
| Total | 1.764613* 0% | 0.964747 |
| *The reason for the increase in volume of waste generated is because of increased on-prem resumption, increased employee size, and increased projects. | ||
Conservation of Biodiversity
We take necessary measures to protect the environment and minimise our impact on the ecosystem during our operations. This is achieved through various environmental impact studies, including environmental impact and social assessments during the planning phase of new projects, environmental impact monitoring during the construction phase, and finally environmental audits and scheduled environmental compliance monitoring during the operational phase. These assessments are conducted by independent environmental consultants under relevant statutory requirements and international best practices.
Our facilities are not located in protected areas, and our operations do not have any additional adverse effects on biodiversity and our activities do not contribute to atmospheric pollutions, introduce new invasive species or pests, reduce species, or change ecological processes outside the natural range of variation.
We consider various forms of biodiversity in our proposed project areas during environmental and social impact assessments. An environmental action plan is implemented to mitigate the impact on species listed on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) red list.