California Resources
California Resources Corporation (CRC) is a prominent player in the energy sector, headquartered in the United States. Established in 2014, CRC focuses on the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, primarily operating in California's rich resource regions. The company has made significant strides in enhancing its operational efficiency and sustainability practices, positioning itself as a leader in the industry. CRC's core offerings include the extraction of hydrocarbons and the development of innovative technologies aimed at reducing environmental impact. With a commitment to responsible resource management, California Resources Corporation stands out for its dedication to community engagement and environmental stewardship. As a key contributor to California's energy landscape, CRC continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its market position and commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does California Resources'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
California Resources's score of 20 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
California Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, California Resources Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,504,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,603,265,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 152,267,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 14,748,621,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the past five years, the company has demonstrated a significant reduction in total emissions, decreasing from about 23,514,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to the current figure, representing a reduction of approximately 6,010,000,000 kg CO2e. California Resources has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The reported carbon intensity metrics suggest ongoing efforts to improve efficiency in operations, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 emissions related to electricity use. Overall, California Resources is actively engaged in tracking its carbon footprint, with a clear trend towards reduced emissions over recent years, although specific reduction commitments remain unspecified.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,123,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 244,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,147,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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California Resources 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.
