BP (British Petroleum) is a multinational oil and gas company based in London, England. It is one of the largest oil and gas companies in the world, with operations in over 70 countries. The company was founded in 1909 and is involved in a range of activities including exploration, production, refining, and marketing of oil and natural gas, as well as the production of petrochemicals, chemicals, and alternative energy sources. BP is committed to reducing its environmental impact and has set a number of sustainability goals, including a target to become a net-zero company by 2050. In addition to its core business of oil and gas, BP is also involved in a number of other industries, including solar and wind power, biofuels, and advanced mobility.