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.
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.
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Canadian Natural Resources's score of 41 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2035, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target reflects CNR's long-term strategy to mitigate its environmental impact and align with industry standards for climate action. In 2021, CNR's emissions were approximately 22,269,785,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 3,256,767,840 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a slight increase in emissions in 2022. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for the recent years, which typically includes emissions from the use of sold products and other indirect sources. CNR's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is part of a broader industry trend towards sustainability and responsible resource management, reflecting the growing importance of climate action in the energy sector.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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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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Canadian Natural Resources is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.