Frontera Energy Corporation, commonly referred to as Frontera Energy, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta (CA). Founded in 2017, the company has rapidly established itself as a key operator in Colombia and Peru, focusing on exploration and production of hydrocarbons. Frontera Energy's core services include oil and gas exploration, production, and transportation, with a commitment to sustainable practices and community engagement. The company is recognised for its operational efficiency and strategic asset management, positioning it as a leader in the Latin American energy sector. With a strong emphasis on innovation and environmental stewardship, Frontera Energy continues to achieve significant milestones, enhancing its market presence and contributing to regional energy security.
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In 2024, Frontera Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,238,010,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 74,468,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 5,493,330,000 kg CO2e. In the same year, emissions from Colombia were significantly higher, totalling about 9,396,340,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 696,271,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 66,981,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 8,633,088,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of about 383,035,000 kg CO2e in Ecuador, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 65,652,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of about 317,383,000 kg CO2e. In Colombia, total emissions were around 9,585,720,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 680,522,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 55,597,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 8,849,601,000 kg CO2e. Frontera Energy has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, and there are no climate pledges noted. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Frontera Energy Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The absence of reduction targets indicates a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,350,273,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | 3,866,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 436,238,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Frontera Energy's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 4% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Frontera Energy has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

