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Crude Oil Extraction
US
updated 5 months ago

Cobalt International Energy, Inc.

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Cobalt International Energy, Inc., often referred to simply as Cobalt, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a leader in deepwater exploration and production, primarily focusing on the Gulf of Mexico and offshore West Africa. Cobalt is renowned for its innovative approach to energy development, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance oil recovery and optimise production efficiency. The company’s commitment to sustainable practices and safety has positioned it favourably within the competitive landscape of the energy sector. With significant discoveries and strategic partnerships, Cobalt continues to make strides in the industry, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking energy provider.

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How does Cobalt International Energy, Inc.'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.

3

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Crude Oil Extraction industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

6

Industry Benchmark

Cobalt International Energy, Inc.'s score of 3 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cobalt International Energy, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Cobalt International Energy, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Furthermore, the company has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges, which suggests a lack of formal commitments towards addressing carbon emissions and climate change. Given the absence of emissions data and reduction initiatives, Cobalt International Energy, Inc. appears to be in a position where it has not yet engaged in significant climate action or transparency regarding its environmental impact. This context highlights the importance of industry players actively participating in climate commitments to align with global sustainability goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cobalt International Energy, Inc.'s primary industry is Crude petroleum and services related to crude oil extraction, excluding surveying, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Cobalt International Energy, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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