Equinor ASA, formerly known as Statoil, is a leading energy company headquartered in Norway. Established in 1972, Equinor has evolved into a global player in the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors, with significant operations in regions such as the North Sea, Brazil, and the United States. The company focuses on oil and gas exploration, production, and renewable energy solutions, including offshore wind and solar power. Equinor is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to a low-carbon future. With a strong market presence and notable achievements, including pioneering offshore wind projects, Equinor continues to shape the energy landscape while prioritising environmental stewardship and technological advancement.
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In 2023, Equinor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources, with Scope 1 emissions at about 11,500,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,100,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions included about 250,000,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and approximately 90,000,000 kg CO2e from business travel. Equinor has set a long-term commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with this ambition documented in their sustainability reports. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. The company is actively working towards this goal, although specific interim reduction targets have not been disclosed. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are directly reported by Equinor ASA. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while transitioning towards more sustainable energy solutions.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 15,400,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,600,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 239,100,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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