Africa Oil
Africa Oil Corp, commonly referred to as Africa Oil, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Calgary, Canada. Founded in 2007, the company has established a strong presence in East Africa, particularly in Kenya and Ethiopia, focusing on exploration and development of oil resources. Africa Oil is renowned for its strategic partnerships and innovative approaches to resource extraction, which set it apart in a competitive market. The company’s core services include oil exploration, production, and development, with a commitment to sustainable practices and community engagement. With significant discoveries and a robust portfolio, Africa Oil has positioned itself as a key contributor to the energy sector in the region. Its achievements underscore a dedication to operational excellence and responsible resource management, making it a noteworthy entity in the global oil landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Africa Oil'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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Industry Benchmark
Africa Oil's score of 21 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Africa Oil's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Africa Oil reported carbon emissions of approximately 106,578,000 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 1 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their total emissions. The company also recorded Scope 2 emissions of about 4,100 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 2,938,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Africa Oil has demonstrated a trend of decreasing emissions, with a reduction from about 117,048,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 126,920,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The emissions intensity for Scope 1 has varied, with figures of 0.0143 kg CO2e per barrel of oil equivalent (boe) in 2023, compared to 0.0124 kg CO2e/boe in 2021. Despite these reductions, Africa Oil has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within the mineral fuels and oils sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of ongoing efforts to manage and reduce carbon emissions.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 129,231,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00 | 00,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Africa Oil is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
