YPF SA
YPF's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, YPF 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).
YPF has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into YPF's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of YPF amounted to 10,813,136 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of YPF increased by 0.07%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a
YPF's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are YPF's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of YPF were 9,440,599 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has YPF reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, YPF's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 44.41%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), YPF's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that YPF's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a
What are YPF's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, YPF reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,852,741 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,372,537 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has YPF reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), YPF's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that YPF's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
What methodology does YPF use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, YPF reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
YPF's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into YPF's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, YPF reported 75,035,607 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 2024 disclosure of YPF includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
YPF's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are YPF's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, YPF reported total Scope 3 emissions of 75,035,607 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 5.29% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 94.71% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), YPF's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that YPF's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does YPF disclose?
In 2024, YPF reported emissions for 7 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 YPF's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to YPF's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 67,721,847 tCO₂e (90.25%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,880,924 tCO₂e (3.84%)
- Investments (Cat. 15): 2,037,473 tCO₂e (2.72%)
YPF's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into YPF’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, YPF reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 9,440,599 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 19,293 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 489.33 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
YPF's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does YPF's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, YPF reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 489.33 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 304.94, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does YPF rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, YPF ranked 20 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
YPF is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into YPF's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, YPF reported a total carbon footprint of 85,848,743 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.03% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a
The largest contributor to YPF's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 87.4% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 11%.a