GHG Emission

Eni has introduced a GHG recording system that ensures a complete, accurate and transparent tally of greenhouse gas emissions that is certified by third parties and in line with best practices adopted by the Oil & Gas sector. In 2009 Eni's participation in the European System of Emissions
Trading involved 59 plants, of which 55 were in Italy and 4 abroad, with 24.7 million tons of total emissions, down 2.4% compared with 2008.

The greenhouse gas emissions decreased for the second consecutive year (-8% in 2009 compared with 2008) confirming the soundness of Eni's industrial choices and ensuring the achievement of reduction objectives.

In particular, the Exploration & Production sector – which accounts for roughly 50% of the emissions in Eni – has registered a 13% emissions reduction compared with 2008, thanks to a decrease in flaring emissions (-20%) and venting emissions (-9%) while the consumption of energy has remained in line with the previous year.

The emissions reduction registered in the refining sector, -6% compared with last year.

Emissions indexes in all key sectors indicated a flat or declining trend over the last five years, the result of measures implemented in compliance with the carbon management strategy.