Baidu Inc

Common Name
Baidu
Country
China (Mainland)
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Internet Content & Information
Employees
35,900
Ticker
BIDU
Exchange
NASDAQ/NGS
Description
Baidu Inc. is a Chinese multinational technology company specializing in Internet-related services and products, as well as artificial intelligence (AI). Recognized as one of the largest AI and intern...

Baidu Energy Data Preview

In 2023, Baidu disclosed key data related to its energy management practices, providing transparency into its operational energy use in line with recognized sustainability reporting frameworks.

Baidu also reported how it meets its energy needs through a mix of purchased and self-generated energy, offering insight into its sourcing strategy and level of energy independence.

Additionally, Baidu also disclosed progress toward renewable energy adoption, highlighting the share of total energy sourced from renewable versus non-renewable sources.

Finally, Baidu also reported the types of energy sources as well as generation technologies, both for purchased and self-produced energy, helping stakeholders evaluate Baidu's reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives.

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Renewable Energy Consumed
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Insights into Baidu's Energy Renewability

In 2023, Baidu consumed a total of 4.42 million Gigajoules of energy across its operations. Of this total, 4.25% was sourced from renewable energy, either derived from natural resources like biofuels, biomass, or biogas, or generated using renewable technologies such as solar or wind power. The remaining 95.75% was classified as non-renewable energy, coming from fossil-based fuels such as coal, natural gas, or crude oil, or from non-renewable generation technologies like nuclear power. a

Baidu's Energy Renewability Rate

4%

How much of Baidu's energy consumed is renewable?

In 2023, Baidu consumed a total of 4.42 million Gigajoules of energy, of which 4.25% was derived from renewable sources, including biofuels, biomass, biogas, solar, and wind power. a

This low level of renewable energy use highlights a heavy reliance on fossil fuels or other non-renewable sources, suggesting that Baidu has considerable room to improve its energy sustainability strategy.

Are Baidu's energy practices becoming more sustainable?

Since 2021, Baidu's total energy consumption increased by 66.83%, including a 15.28% increase in 2023, reflecting a sustained rise in overall energy demand. a

Over the same period, the share of renewable energy in Baidu's consumption increased by 925.67%, including a 645.19% increase in 2023, showing consistent progress in clean energy adoption. a

Overall, Baidu has seen rising energy demand, but has also made strong and consistent progress in increasing its reliance on renewable energy—mitigating the environmental impact of its growing consumption.

Baidu's Renewable vs Non-renewable Energy Over Time

4.66 M2.16 M339.61 k4.66 MGigajoules (GJ)202120222023100%99%96%
  • Renewable Energy Consumed
  • Non-renewable Energy Consumed

Insights into Baidu's Energy Consumption & Production Mix

In 2023, Baidu disclosed detailed information on the sources and generation technologies of the energy it consumed. This disclosure enables a clearer assessment of the Baidu's overall energy mix, its sourcing strategy, and its reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives such as renewables and low-carbon technologies. a

Baidu's Energy Consumed by Sources and Technologies

Electricity(Unspecified Source)(86.7%)Heat(Unspecified Source)(10.8%)

What are the main sources and generation technologies behind Baidu's energy consumption?

In 2023, Baidu's total energy consumption was primarily sourced from a

  • Electricity (Unspecified Source) (86.71%)
  • Heat (Unspecified Source) (10.77%)
  • Natural Gas (2.42%)

How diverse is Baidu’s energy consumption mix?

In 2023, Baidu consumed energy from 5 different sources or generation technologies, indicating a highly concentrated energy mix, with Electricity (Unspecified Source) alone accounting for 86.71% of total consumption. a

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