Canadian Natural Resources
Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL), headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is a leading independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company. Founded in 1973, CNRL has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Western Canada, the North Sea, and offshore Africa. Specialising in the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids, CNRL is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies. The company’s diverse portfolio includes heavy oil, light crude oil, and natural gas, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, CNRL has achieved significant milestones, including consistent production growth and a strong focus on environmental stewardship, making it a notable player in the energy sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Canadian Natural 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
Canadian Natural Resources's score of 24 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Canadian Natural Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Canadian Natural Resources (CNR) reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 22,467,297,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 3,092,646,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been disclosed. Over the years, CNR's emissions have shown fluctuations. For instance, in 2021, their Scope 1 emissions were around 22,269,785,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 3,256,768,000 kg CO2e. The company has also reported Scope 3 emissions, particularly in 2021, with a substantial 132,000,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to the use of sold products. CNR's emissions intensity has improved, with a reported intensity of 51.0 kg CO2e/BOE in 2022, down from 56.0 kg CO2e/BOE in 2021. This indicates a positive trend towards reducing emissions per barrel of oil equivalent produced. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, CNR's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect an awareness of their environmental responsibilities. The company continues to navigate the complexities of carbon management within the oil and gas sector, aiming for greater sustainability in its operations.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,030,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,690,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Canadian Natural Resources 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.
