Enerplus Corporation, commonly referred to as Enerplus, is a prominent independent oil and natural gas producer headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions across North America, including the United States and Canada. Specialising in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, Enerplus is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies. The company’s diverse portfolio includes core assets in the Bakken and Marcellus regions, which are notable for their high-quality resource potential. With a focus on maximising shareholder value, Enerplus has achieved significant milestones, including a successful transition towards a more balanced and environmentally responsible energy producer. Its strategic approach and market adaptability have positioned Enerplus as a leader in the energy sector, reflecting its dedication to operational excellence and sustainability.
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In 2022, Enerplus reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 962,453,000 kg CO2e, comprising 838,199,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 124,254,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Enerplus has set a corporate methane emissions intensity reduction target of 4,000 tonnes CO2e per unit of revenue, reflecting its commitment to reducing its environmental impact. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Enerplus Corporation, which provides a comprehensive overview of the company's climate performance. Enerplus has not specified any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Enerplus's emissions strategy aligns with industry standards, focusing on transparency and accountability in its carbon footprint management. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aiming for continuous improvement in its climate commitments.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 612,763,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 237,131,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000 | - | - | - |
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Enerplus 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.