VGP NV
VGP's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, VGP completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
VGP has also provided a category-level breakdown for 5 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into VGP's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of VGP amounted to 1,068 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of VGP increased by 2.79%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
VGP's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are VGP's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of VGP were 924 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has VGP reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, VGP's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 9.87%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), VGP's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that VGP's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint. a
What are VGP's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, VGP reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 17 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 144 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has VGP reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2020, VGP's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have increased by 13.39%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), VGP's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 27.43% in 2023, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a
What methodology does VGP use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, VGP reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
VGP's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into VGP's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, VGP reported 419,097 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of VGP includes a breakdown across 5 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
VGP's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are VGP's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, VGP reported total Scope 3 emissions of 419,097 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 1% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 99% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has VGP reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2020, VGP's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 24.1%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), VGP's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 33.14%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does VGP disclose?
In 2023, VGP reported emissions for 5 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of VGP's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to VGP's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Downstream Leased Assets (Cat. 13): 104,863 tCO₂e (99%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 682.4 tCO₂e (0.64%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 231.3 tCO₂e (0.22%)
VGP's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into VGP’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, VGP reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 924 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 133 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 6.95 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
VGP's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does VGP's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, VGP reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 6.95 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.14 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does VGP rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, VGP ranked 13 out of 18 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
VGP is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into VGP's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, VGP reported a total carbon footprint of 420,165 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 33.08% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to VGP's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.75% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 0.22%. a