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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Abu Dhabi National Oil Company's score of 5 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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 increase from 2022, where emissions were about 26,100 kg CO2e per employee and 510 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. For the year 2021, ADNOC disclosed significant emissions data, reporting Scope 1 emissions of 21,060,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 129,566,000 kg CO2e. This data indicates a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, although no Scope 3 emissions data has been disclosed. ADNOC 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 their broader strategy to align with international sustainability targets and reduce their carbon footprint through innovative solutions. The emissions data and climate commitments are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that ADNOC is independently managing its emissions reporting and reduction strategies.
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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.

