ADNOC Drilling, officially known as Abu Dhabi National Oil Company Drilling, is a leading drilling company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Established in 1972, ADNOC Drilling has grown to become a pivotal player in the oil and gas industry, primarily operating across the Middle East and North Africa. Specialising in onshore and offshore drilling services, the company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including drilling rigs, well services, and integrated drilling services. ADNOC Drilling is distinguished by its commitment to innovation and operational excellence, utilising advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and safety. With a strong market position, ADNOC Drilling has achieved significant milestones, including the largest drilling fleet in the region and a reputation for reliability and performance. The company continues to drive growth and sustainability within the energy sector, reinforcing its status as a key contributor to the UAE's economic development.
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In 2024, ADNOC Drilling reported total emissions of approximately 248 kg CO2e, comprising 242 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 6 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 254 kg CO2e, with 250 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has disclosed emissions data for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 but has not reported any Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, ADNOC Drilling's emissions in the UAE reached approximately 534,764,000 kg CO2e, with 534,361,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 403,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This data indicates a significant carbon footprint, primarily from direct operations. ADNOC Drilling is a current subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for ADNOC Drilling, and no data has been cascaded from the parent company regarding SBTi targets. Overall, ADNOC Drilling's emissions data highlights the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and report its carbon footprint, although further commitments and reduction initiatives are needed to align with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 250 | 000 |
| Scope 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 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.
ADNOC Drilling 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.