Capricorn Energy
Capricorn Energy PLC, commonly referred to as Capricorn Energy, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1997, the company has established a strong operational presence in key regions, including North Africa and the North Sea. Specialising in exploration and production, Capricorn Energy is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies that enhance resource extraction while minimising environmental impact. The company has achieved significant milestones, including successful exploration projects that have bolstered its market position. With a focus on delivering value through efficient operations and strategic partnerships, Capricorn Energy continues to be a notable entity in the energy sector, striving for excellence in its core services and contributing to the global energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Capricorn 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
Capricorn Energy's score of 27 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Capricorn Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Capricorn Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,574,600 kg CO2e, comprising 1,392,760 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 181,840 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 776,770 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which include business travel and employee commuting. The company's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with significant figures from previous years including 14,175,120 kg CO2e in 2022, 1,386,110 kg CO2e in 2021, and 24,866,770 kg CO2e in 2020. Notably, in 2021, Scope 1 emissions were reported at 910,890 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled 107,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Capricorn Energy has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate commitments. Overall, Capricorn Energy's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to manage its carbon footprint, although further commitments to reduction targets would enhance its climate strategy.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 355,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,140,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Capricorn Energy 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.
