The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is a leading global energy producer headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (AE). Established in 1971, ADNOC has grown to become a pivotal player in the oil and gas industry, with extensive operations across the Middle East and beyond. The company focuses on exploration, production, refining, and distribution of oil and gas, offering a diverse range of products and services that underscore its commitment to innovation and sustainability. ADNOC's unique approach to resource management and technological advancement has positioned it as a market leader, with significant achievements in enhancing production efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a robust portfolio that includes crude oil, natural gas, and petrochemicals, ADNOC continues to drive economic growth and energy security in the region and globally.
How does Abu Dhabi National Oil Company's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2023, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) reported carbon emissions of approximately 25,300 kg CO2e per employee, with an emissions intensity of about 500 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. This reflects a slight decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 26,100 kg CO2e per employee and 510 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. ADNOC has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 for the year 2021, reporting total emissions of 21,060,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 129,566,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. However, no Scope 3 emissions data has been provided. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero CO2 emissions by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This initiative is part of ADNOC's broader strategy to align with international sustainability targets and reduce its carbon footprint through innovative solutions. ADNOC's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices while addressing the challenges of climate change within the oil and gas sector.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,400,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 12,500,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
