Athabasca Oil
Athabasca Oil Corporation, commonly referred to as Athabasca Oil, is a prominent player in the Canadian oil and gas industry, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the development of oil sands and conventional oil resources, primarily operating in the Athabasca region of Alberta. Athabasca Oil focuses on the exploration, production, and development of heavy oil and bitumen, with a commitment to sustainable practices and innovative extraction technologies. Its core products include high-quality crude oil and bitumen, which are distinguished by their low environmental impact and efficient production methods. With a strong market position, Athabasca Oil has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and successful project completions, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking entity in the energy sector.
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Athabasca Oil's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Athabasca Oil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 943,494,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 877,205,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 66,289,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Over the years, the company has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with a notable peak in 2017 at approximately 996,074,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 920,874,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 75,120,000 kg CO2e). Athabasca Oil has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further engagement in climate action and emissions management within the industry context. The company operates in a sector that is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of establishing clear and actionable climate goals.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 248,017,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 23,553,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Athabasca 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.
