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TotalEnergies tightens emissions targets despite aims to sell more gas

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Posted on March 27, 2025

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By America Hernandez PARIS - TotalEnergies said it plans to sell more natural gas in coming years, likely increasing the company's indirect emissions of planet-warming gasses such as CO2, but said

TotalEnergies Aims for Lower Emissions with Increased Gas Sales

By America Hernandez

PARIS - TotalEnergies said it plans to sell more natural gas in coming years, likely increasing the company's indirect emissions of planet-warming gasses such as CO2, but said overall emissions will fall due to the transition from dirtier fuels, it said on Thursday in its annual sustainability progress report.

In 2024 the French oil major emitted a total of 376 million metric tons (Mt) of CO2-equivalent, of which 342 Mt were indirect so-called Scope 3 emissions resulted by clients burning purchased fuels. 

That is slightly down from 386 Mt of CO2-equivalent in 2023.

(Reporting by America Hernandez in Paris and Alban Kacher in Gdansk, Editing by Louise Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • TotalEnergies plans to sell more natural gas.
  • The company aims to reduce overall emissions.
  • Transition from dirtier fuels is a key strategy.
  • 2024 emissions are projected to be lower than 2023.
  • Scope 3 emissions remain a significant concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses TotalEnergies' plans to increase natural gas sales while aiming to reduce overall emissions.
How will TotalEnergies reduce emissions?
By transitioning from dirtier fuels to cleaner alternatives, despite increasing gas sales.
What are Scope 3 emissions?
Scope 3 emissions are indirect emissions resulting from clients burning purchased fuels.

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