QatarEnergy Committed to Emissions Mitigation; Enhance Energy Efficiency

QatarEnergy targets 15% reduction in upstream carbon intensity and 25% reduction in LNG facilities carbon intensity by 2030 as part of its ‘approach on climate change action.’

In support of its approach on climate change action, QatarEnergy has defined a number of short-to-medium term climate change targets focusing on reducing the carbon intensity of our upstream and LNG operations; improving operational excellence through energy efficiency, reduced flaring and methane intensity reduction; as well as growing its low-carbon business activities with renewables and Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) capacity targets.

Explaining its ‘Climate Change and Environmental Action’, QatarEnergy noted on its portal, “Climate change is one of the most significant global challenges facing our planet — a challenge requiring collaborative and co-ordinated action, as well as investment at local, regional and global levels.

“QatarEnergy is committed to playing its part. Our sustainability strategy and actions are guided and informed by the State of Qatar’s commitment to the Paris Agreement, as reflected in the Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 and the National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP).

“As one of the largest producers and suppliers of natural gas, we recognise the important role we can play in global efforts rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the transition to a low-carbon energy system. In addition to supplying lower-carbon natural gas, we are investing in the development of new low-carbon businesses and solutions that can help reduce carbon emissions across value chains.”

For 2035, QatarEnergy has set the following target: 25% reduction in upstream carbon intensity and 35% reduction in LNG facilities carbon intensity.

Targeting operational excellence, QatarEnergy has 0.2% target weighted methane intensity by 2025, zero target routine flaring by 2030 and 150 MMSCFD target gas sacing due to energy efficiency by 2030.

QatarEnergy has 2 to 4GW target (solar capacity) by 2030 and 7-9MMTPY target CCUS capacity by 2030.

As part of lowering its carbon footprint, QatarEnergy has targeted in excess of 5GW solar capacity by 2035 and in excess of 11MMTPY CCUS capacity by 2035.

As a responsible corporate citizen, QatarEnergy said it recognises the importance of safeguarding and preserving Qatar’s natural resources. “We acknowledge the urgent need to address environmental challenges, such as the depletion of resources and loss of biodiversity. Through our actions and collaborations, we contribute to a more sustainable future for our country and the world at large.”

QatarEnergy has a robust Environmental Management System (EMS) in place that is ISO 14001:2015 certified. The EMS applies to all QatarEnergy’s current and planned activities.

“Our standards, procedures and guidelines are intricately designed to align with our dedication to environmental welfare, ensuring the preservation of ecosystems and minimising impacts on the receiving environment.

“We have corporate standards in place for environmental risks and requirements related to site preparation works for new capital projects, abandonment at the end of life of assets and the remediation and restoration of land. Our corporate procedures include a procedure for conducting environmental assessments for new capital projects.

“This procedure complies with Qatar’s Environmental Protection Law and meets the requirements to apply for environmental permits from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) prior to commencing project execution. Our environmental assessment guidelines define the requirements and methodologies for undertaking environmental impact identification and assessment studies,” QatarEnergy noted.