Enerplus
Enerplus Corporation, commonly referred to as Enerplus, is a prominent independent oil and natural gas producer headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Established in 1986, the company has built a strong presence in key operational regions across Canada and the United States, focusing primarily on the exploration and production of oil and natural gas resources. With a commitment to sustainable practices, Enerplus offers a diverse portfolio of core products and services, including conventional and unconventional oil and gas extraction. The company is recognised for its innovative approaches to resource development, which enhance operational efficiency and environmental stewardship. Enerplus has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the energy sector, with a strong emphasis on responsible resource management and community engagement. Its dedication to maximising shareholder value while prioritising sustainability sets Enerplus apart in a competitive market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Enerplus'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Fuel Oil 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.
Industry Benchmark
Enerplus's score of 23 is higher than 65% 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 a greenhouse gas emissions intensity of approximately 0.023 metric tonnes CO2e per barrel of oil equivalent (BOE) for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint over the years, with a notable reduction in emissions intensity from 44.3 metric tonnes CO2e/BOE in 2019 to 33.1 metric tonnes CO2e/BOE in 2021. For the year 2022, Enerplus recorded total Scope 1 emissions of about 838,199 metric tonnes CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 124,254 metric tonnes CO2e. The company also reported Scope 3 emissions, which included 66,872 metric tonnes CO2e, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its overall carbon impact. Enerplus has been actively engaging in climate commitments, as evidenced by its participation in the CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), where it has received scores ranging from C to B over the years, reflecting its ongoing efforts to improve transparency and performance in climate-related initiatives. The company is focused on reducing its emissions intensity and has set targets to enhance its sustainability practices, although specific reduction targets were not detailed in the available data. Overall, Enerplus demonstrates a commitment to addressing climate change through measurable emissions reductions and ongoing assessments of its environmental impact.
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Add to project2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 612,763,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 237,131,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | - | 00,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Enerplus is committed to some 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.
