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Gas/Diesel Oil
CA
updated 19 days ago

Africa Oil

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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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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Gas/Diesel Oil industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

9

Industry Benchmark

Africa Oil's score of 23 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Africa Oil's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Africa Oil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 98,978,500 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 98,978,500 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions from business travel contributing approximately 694,000 kg CO2e. 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. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. In 2023, Africa Oil's emissions were approximately 106,582,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 106,578,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,100 kg CO2e. The company also reported significant Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products, totalling approximately 2,937,388,000 kg CO2e. The reduction initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability across its operations, with a focus on non-operated producing assets. Africa Oil's commitment to reducing emissions is indicative of its recognition of the urgent need for climate action within the oil and gas sector.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
129,200,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
20,000
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0,000
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Scope 3
-
-
-
0,000,000,000
000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Africa Oil's primary industry is Gas/Diesel Oil, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Africa Oil is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Africa Oil is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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