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 a production volume of 12.8 mmboe/d in 2023, including 10.7 mmboe/d of liquids. Its 4.1 mmb/d in net refining capacity makes it the world’s fourth-largest refiner. It also owns 59.6 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 172 out of 301
Universe
Global Universe 14640 out of 15104
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Chevron Corp. |
35.3
High
|
62 out of 301 |
| Shell Plc |
38.1
High
|
85 out of 301 |
| Exxon Mobil Corp. |
43.7
Severe
|
135 out of 301 |
| Saudi Arabian Oil Co. |
47
Severe
|
172 out of 301 |
| PetroChina Co., Ltd. |
55.6
Severe
|
265 out of 301 |
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