Africa Oil Corp, commonly referred to as Africa Oil, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Founded in 2007, the company has established a significant presence in East Africa, particularly in countries like Kenya and Ethiopia, where it focuses on exploration and development of oil resources. Specialising in the acquisition and development of oil assets, Africa Oil is recognised for its strategic partnerships and innovative approaches to resource management. The company’s core offerings include exploration, production, and development of oil fields, which are distinguished by their commitment to sustainable practices and community engagement. With a strong market position, Africa Oil has achieved notable milestones, including successful drilling campaigns and significant resource discoveries, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the African oil sector.
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Africa Oil's score of 32 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Africa Oil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 99,594,000 kg CO2e, comprising 98,978,500 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 694,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the end of 2025, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate responsibility, aligning with industry standards for emissions reduction. In 2023, Africa Oil's emissions were significantly higher, with a total of approximately 3,044,223,000 kg CO2e, driven primarily by Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 2,937,681,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a consistent effort to monitor and report its emissions, with detailed disclosures across Scope 1, 2, and 3. The reduction initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and mitigate climate impact, showcasing Africa Oil's commitment to environmental stewardship in the oil and gas sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 129,200,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,000 | - | - | 0,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 |
Africa Oil's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Africa Oil 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.

