Beach Energy
Beach Energy Limited, commonly referred to as Beach Energy, is a prominent Australian oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Adelaide, South Australia. Founded in 1961, Beach Energy has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily focusing on the exploration and production of oil and gas resources across Australia and New Zealand. The company operates in several major regions, including the Cooper Basin, Otway Basin, and the Perth Basin, offering a diverse portfolio of hydrocarbon products. Beach Energy is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies, which enhance its operational efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a strong market position, Beach Energy has achieved significant milestones, including successful exploration campaigns and strategic acquisitions, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the Australian energy landscape.
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Beach Energy's score of 21 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Beach Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Beach Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 407,908,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 391,386,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 16,522,000 kg CO2e. This marked a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 455,209,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Beach Energy has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2021, the company reported total emissions of approximately 424,279,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 405,005,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 19,274,000 kg CO2e. The highest recorded emissions were in 2016, with a total of approximately 516,025,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Beach Energy 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 a challenging industry context, where significant emissions are often associated with oil and gas production. Beach Energy's emissions intensity has varied, with the most recent data indicating an equity Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity of about 10,500 kg CO2e per tonne. The company continues to navigate its environmental impact while engaging in broader industry discussions on climate commitments.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 40,917,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 578,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Beach Energy 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.
