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Gas/Diesel Oil
US
updated 10 days ago

Continental Resources

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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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7

Industry Average

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14

Industry Benchmark

Continental Resources's score of 7 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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 reflects a consistent level of Scope 1 emissions over the past few years, with 2022 also recording 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 350,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Continental Resources is actively engaged in monitoring its emissions. The company has not set any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or made formal climate pledges. The emissions data is sourced directly from Continental Resources, Inc., with no cascading from a parent or related organisation. Continental Resources continues to focus on its operational emissions, particularly in the context of the oil and gas industry, where methane emissions intensity is a critical metric. In 2023, the methane emissions intensity was reported at 3,000 kg CO2e per mboe, indicating the company's ongoing efforts to manage its environmental impact.

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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
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-
-
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Continental Resources's primary industry is Gas/Diesel Oil, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Continental Resources is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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