Cairn Energy
Cairn Energy PLC, commonly referred to as Cairn, is a prominent independent oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1981, Cairn has made significant strides in the energy sector, particularly in regions such as the North Sea, West Africa, and South Asia. The company focuses on the exploration and development of oil and gas resources, leveraging advanced technologies to optimise production and enhance efficiency. Cairn is recognised for its innovative approach to resource management, which sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong track record of successful projects and a commitment to sustainable practices, Cairn Energy has positioned itself as a key player in the global energy landscape, continually striving for excellence in its operations and environmental stewardship.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Cairn Energy'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Cairn Energy's score of 39 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cairn Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cairn Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,748,480,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,777,161,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 344,655,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 23,248,480,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 2,075,801,000 kg CO2e. Cairn's emissions profile shows a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, which accounted for approximately 21,684,256,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Overall, Cairn Energy's emissions data reflects the ongoing challenges faced by the oil and gas sector in managing carbon footprints, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of total emissions for companies in this industry.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 43,496,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Cairn Energy is committed to some 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.
