CNOOC Limited
CNOOC Limited, also known as China National Offshore Oil Corporation, is a leading player in the global energy sector, headquartered in Beijing, China. Founded in 1999, CNOOC has established itself as a prominent oil and gas exploration and production company, with significant operations in offshore regions across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Specialising in the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas, CNOOC is recognised for its advanced technology and commitment to sustainable practices. The company has achieved notable milestones, including becoming one of the largest independent oil and gas producers in China. With a strong market position, CNOOC Limited continues to innovate and expand its portfolio, contributing significantly to the energy landscape both domestically and internationally.
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CNOOC Limited's score of 9 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
CNOOC Limited's reported carbon emissions
CNOOC Limited, headquartered in China, reported significant carbon emissions in recent years. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 10,879,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 9,779,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and around 1,101,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a slight increase from 2021, where total emissions were about 10,305,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 9,774,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 531,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, CNOOC's emissions were approximately 9,345,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,123,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 222,000,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a rise in emissions from 2019, which recorded about 8,783,000 kg CO2e in total, with Scope 1 at approximately 8,597,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 186,000 kg CO2e. The earliest data available from 2018 indicated total emissions of about 7,480,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 7,345,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 135,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, CNOOC Limited has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within the oil and gas sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of establishing clear climate commitments in line with global sustainability goals.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,345 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 135 | 000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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CNOOC Limited 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.
