Pioneer Natural Resources
Pioneer Natural Resources Company, commonly referred to as Pioneer, is a leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1997, Pioneer has grown significantly, primarily focusing on the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in North America. The company is renowned for its expertise in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, which have positioned it as a key player in the energy sector. Pioneer's core offerings include crude oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas, with a commitment to sustainable practices and technological innovation. With a strong market presence, Pioneer has achieved notable milestones, including significant production growth and a robust portfolio of assets. Its dedication to operational excellence and environmental stewardship sets it apart in the competitive landscape of the oil and gas industry.
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Pioneer Natural Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Pioneer Natural Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,368,143,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,867,859,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 482,284,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and significant Scope 3 emissions, including 118,000,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, it targets a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products, within the same timeframe. Pioneer Natural Resources has also committed to ensuring that 10% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2029. These commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. The data reported is cascaded from its parent company, Pioneer Natural Resources Company, which oversees these sustainability initiatives.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,471,280,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 257,069,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,739,531,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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