MOSCOW, RUSSIA -
Media OutReach Newswire
- 1 October 2025 - SIBUR offset the carbon footprint of a roundtable
discussion held on 26 September 2025 for the company's international
partners in Istanbul. The event was certified carbon neutral by an
international verifier. The event's carbon footprint amounted to 45
metric tons of CО
2 equivalent, or 45 carbon units.
The carbon footprint was offset using SIBUR's carbon credits earned
through an international climate project implemented at the
ZapSibNeftekhim production site. Independent verification of the
project's carbon neutrality was performed by TÜV AUSTRIA Standards &
Compliance, an international company specializing in environmental and
climate assessments, certifications and verifications. "ISO
14021:2016/Amd 1:2021" served as the evaluation standard.
"We've had experience assessing the carbon footprint of events before,
but previously, this involved large-scale projects with numerous
participants and sponsors. Therefore, it's especially significant that
SIBUR applies the same responsible approach to its internal events. Most
importantly, the company takes a systematic approach: initially
selecting an environmentally friendly site and minimizing waste
generation, and only then offsetting the inevitable carbon footprint.
This approach, which prioritizes impact prevention over compensation, is
fully consistent with the 'start with yourself' principle. It clearly
demonstrates that every action matters, regardless of its scale. This
concept is universal and can be applied by both large corporations and
individuals for events of any size," said Svetlana Kleeva, Head of
Climate and Low-Carbon Economy Services at TÜV AUSTRIA Standards and
Compliance.
"Integrating climate considerations into business events isn't just
about following global trends; it's a conscious contribution to
preserving the environment for future generations. We highly value the
opportunity to collaborate with partners who share our principles of
sustainable development, and we're proud that SIBUR's climate projects
contribute to the carbon neutrality of significant international
initiatives," noted Nadezhda Galaktionova, SIBUR's Director of
Sustainable Development.
To date, SIBUR has implemented nine climate projects at its production
sites, with a combined impact estimated at 10.9 million metric tons of
CO
2 equivalent over a 10-year period. The company's climate
project portfolio is highly diversified and includes reforestation and
afforestation initiatives, as well as technology and alternative energy
projects. A portion of its verified carbon credits have been transferred
to partners through various carbon market mechanisms, such as exchange
and over-the-counter transactions, including using blockchain
technology.
SIBUR is one of the most dynamically
developing companies in the global petrochemicals industry and a Russian
leader in polymers and rubbers. The company produces in-demand products
for society and uses advanced technologies to create new opportunities,
investing in social infrastructure to improve people's quality of life.
SIBUR develops through partnerships and an exchange of experience,
continuous growth, a determination to strive towards ambitious goals,
and a commitment to sustainable development principles. Its unique
vertically integrated business model allows SIBUR to create highly
competitive products that are used in many economic sectors worldwide:
construction, food processing, medicine and pharmaceuticals,
agriculture, automotive manufacturing, and others.