Enerplus
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Enerplus's score of 24 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Enerplus's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Enerplus reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 500,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a comprehensive approach to tracking their greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. Over the years, Enerplus has demonstrated varying emissions intensities, with a notable intensity of 0.023 kg CO2e per barrel of oil equivalent (BOE) in 2023. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for growth in their climate commitments. Enerplus's emissions data highlights the importance of transparency in their environmental impact, yet the absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for more robust climate action strategies. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Enerplus may benefit from establishing clear commitments to reduce their carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 237,131,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | - | 00,000 | - | 000,000 | 00,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Enerplus 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.
