- Adverse impacts of Climate Change (extreme weather conditions)
- Decarbonisation and Net-Zero (GHG Emissions) targets creating additional financial burden
- Health and Safety risks due to handling of large amount of Hydrocarbons
- Ethical business conduct and compliance risks
GAIL (India) Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-24 reporting, GAIL (India) Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.9M tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 3.5M tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 386.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 29.5M tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
3.9M tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2023-24
Renewable Energy
~135 MW (including ~118 MW of Wind and ~17 MW of Solar energy)
of total energy
Water Usage
22.5M KL/year
2023-24
Waste
8.0K tons/year
2023-24
Energy Use
50.9M GJ/year
2023-24
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-24)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 3.5M tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 386.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 29.5M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023-24 | 3.9M tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 6.1% reduction in Specific Energy Consumption (SEC) in PAT-IV (w.r.t baseline year FY 2016-17) at GAIL Pata Petrochemical Plant.
- GHG emission reduction of 1,381.83 tCO2e through Project on Compressing DVPL-1 Pipeline at Jhabua.
- GHG emission reduction of 638 tCO2e through replacement of low efficiency motors at Pata.
- GHG emission reduction of 1511 tCO2e through transition from Gas Engine Generator (GEG) to Grid Power at Chhainsa Compressor Station.
- GHG Emission reduction of approximately 224 tCO2e through automation of Gas After Cooler (GAC) fan motors at Hazira Compressor Station.
- GHG Emission reduction of approximately 2372 tCO2e through installation of a Pre-Fabricated Substation (PFS) at GAIL Jhabua.
- GHG emission reduction of approximately 98 tCO2e through replacement of inefficient GAC motors with energy-efficient IE-3 motors.
- GHG emission reduction of 199 tCO2e through installation of Roof top Solar System in Pata.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Develop up to 1.7 GW Renewable Energy capacity by 2030
- 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040
🔭 Long-term
- 100% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDecarbonisation and Net-Zero (GHG Emissions)Access and affordable clean energyResource OptimizationHealth and SafetyHuman Capital ManagementCommunity DevelopmentBusiness Ethics, Integrity, and ComplianceEconomic Performance, Business Growth and Profitability