Golar LNG Limited, commonly referred to as Golar LNG, is a leading player in the global liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry, headquartered in Bermuda (BM). Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on the transportation and regasification of LNG. Golar LNG is renowned for its innovative floating LNG solutions, including Floating Storage and Regasification Units (FSRUs) and Floating LNG (FLNG) facilities. These unique offerings enable efficient and flexible LNG supply chains, catering to the evolving energy demands worldwide. With a commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, Golar LNG has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the energy sector. The company continues to lead the way in transforming the LNG market, leveraging its extensive experience and cutting-edge technology.
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Golar Lng's score of 27 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Golar LNG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 443,125,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 34,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, with a market-based approach accounting for 16,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 489,877,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 41,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Over the past few years, Golar LNG has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing from about 1,889,962,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to the current figures. Despite these reductions, Golar LNG has not set specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives. The company does not disclose Scope 3 emissions, which are often significant in the maritime industry. Golar LNG's emissions data is sourced directly from Golar LNG Limited, with no cascading from a parent company. Overall, Golar LNG's emissions reflect ongoing efforts to manage and reduce carbon outputs, although further commitments and targets would enhance their climate strategy.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 332,422,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Golar Lng has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
