Saudi Arabian Oil Co.
Industry Group: Oil & Gas Producers
Country/Region: Saudi Arabia
Identifier: SAU:2222
Saudi Aramco is the national oil company of Saudi Arabia and holds the exclusive right to explore for, produce, and refine the country’s hydrocarbons. It is the largest oil and gas producer in the world with production volume of 13.6 mmboe/d in 2022 and 11.5 mmboe/d of liquids. Its 4.1 mmb/d in net refining capacity makes it the world’s fourth-largest refiner. It also owns 56.3 million metric tons of chemical manufacturing capacity, placing it among the top five global chemical companies.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Oil & Gas Producers 154 out of 293
Universe
Global Universe 14973 out of 15518
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Industry Comparison
Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
---|---|---|
Shell Plc |
36.1
High
|
59 out of 293 |
Chevron Corp. |
36.5
High
|
68 out of 293 |
Exxon Mobil Corp. |
41.7
Severe
|
108 out of 293 |
Saudi Arabian Oil Co. |
46.3
Severe
|
154 out of 293 |
PetroChina Co., Ltd. |
54.2
Severe
|
243 out of 293 |
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Exposure
Exposure refers to the extent to which a company is exposed to different material ESG issues. Our exposure score takes into consideration subindustry and company-specific factors such as its business model.
Saudi Arabian Oil Co.'s Exposure is High
Management
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Saudi Arabian Oil Co.'s Management of ESG Material Risk is Average
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Controversy Rating
Highest Controversy level that has impacted Saudi Arabian Oil Co.'s ESG Risk Rating in the last three years
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