Cairn India Limited, a prominent player in the crude petroleum sector, is headquartered in India and operates primarily in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. Founded in 2006, the company has established itself as a key contributor to India's energy landscape, with significant operations in Rajasthan, Gujarat, and offshore regions.
Specialising in crude oil extraction services, Cairn India is recognised for its innovative approaches and commitment to sustainable practices. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the discovery of substantial oil reserves, which have bolstered its market position. With a focus on efficiency and technological advancement, Cairn India Limited continues to play a vital role in meeting the energy demands of the region while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental stewardship.
+18 vs industry average
Cairn India Limited’s score of 33 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Crude Oil Extraction is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Crude Oil Extraction industry has reduced its overall emissions by 90% since 2019
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for Cairn India Limited yet.
Cairn India Limited's reported carbon emissions
As Cairn India Limited's latest emissions data is unavailable, its climate commitments and industry context are detailed here. The company operates within the crude petroleum and services related to crude oil extraction sector, headquartered in India.
Cairn India Limited's emissions data is cascaded from its parent entity, Vedanta Limited, at cascade level 1, under a merged entity relationship. This means that sustainability performance and targets are inherited from Vedanta Limited.
While specific reduction targets and achievements for Cairn India Limited are not provided, the company's operations in the oil and gas extraction industry are subject to increasing scrutiny regarding their environmental impact. The industry generally faces pressure to decarbonise, with a growing focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (Scope 1: direct emissions from owned or controlled sources; Scope 2: indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy; and Scope 3: other indirect emissions from the value chain). Many companies in this sector are exploring strategies such as improving energy efficiency, transitioning to lower-carbon fuels, and investing in carbon capture technologies to meet evolving climate regulations and stakeholder expectations.
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Cairn India Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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