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.
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Enerplus's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Enerplus Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,500,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included about 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to purchased goods and services. This data reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were approximately 3,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 600,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,500,000,000 kg CO2e. Enerplus has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The company is a current subsidiary of Enerplus Corporation, which may influence its emissions reporting and climate strategies. Despite the lack of formal reduction commitments, Enerplus continues to disclose its emissions data, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. Overall, Enerplus's emissions profile indicates a need for enhanced climate strategies to address the rising emissions, particularly in Scope 3 categories, which represent the majority of its carbon footprint.
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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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
