Continental Resources
Continental Resources, often referred to as CLR, is a prominent player in the oil and natural gas industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1967, the company has made significant strides in the exploration and production of hydrocarbons, primarily focusing on the Bakken and SCOOP/STACK regions. With a commitment to innovation, Continental Resources has pioneered advanced drilling techniques, positioning itself as a leader in the development of unconventional oil resources. The company’s core services include the exploration, extraction, and production of crude oil and natural gas, distinguished by its emphasis on sustainability and efficiency. Recognised for its robust operational capabilities, Continental Resources has achieved notable milestones, including substantial increases in production and reserves, solidifying its market position as a top independent oil producer in the United States.
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Continental Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Continental Resources, headquartered in the US, reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 430,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks a consistent level of Scope 1 emissions compared to previous years, with 2022 also recording 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e and 2021 at 2,500,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions decreased from 350,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to 430,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Continental Resources has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the value chain. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor has it participated in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) that would typically guide emissions reductions. The company’s methane emissions intensity for Scope 1 was reported at 3,000 kg CO2e per mboe in 2023, indicating a focus on monitoring and potentially reducing methane emissions, which are critical in the oil and gas sector. However, without formal reduction targets or commitments, the long-term impact of these efforts remains uncertain. Overall, while Continental Resources has maintained a steady level of emissions, the absence of specific reduction initiatives or targets highlights a potential area for improvement in its climate strategy.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,500,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Continental Resources is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
