Golden Ocean Group Limited, commonly referred to as Golden Ocean, is a prominent player in the shipping industry, headquartered in Bermuda (BM). Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a leader in the dry bulk shipping sector, primarily operating in key markets across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in the transportation of commodities such as iron ore and coal, Golden Ocean distinguishes itself through its modern fleet and commitment to operational efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a successful public listing and strategic fleet expansions, solidifying its market position. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Golden Ocean continues to enhance its service offerings, making it a preferred choice for clients seeking reliable and environmentally responsible shipping solutions.
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Golden Ocean's score of 25 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Golden Ocean, headquartered in BM, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,952,668,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,952,668,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,570 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity), and 18,100 kg CO2e from Scope 3 (business travel). This represents a slight increase from 2022, where emissions were about 1,867,760,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 25,800 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Golden Ocean's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Golden Ocean Group Limited, reflecting a corporate family relationship. Despite the significant emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for Golden Ocean. The company has not disclosed any initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. The company continues to operate within the maritime industry, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, particularly regarding greenhouse gas emissions. As such, Golden Ocean's commitment to transparency in emissions reporting is crucial as the industry moves towards more sustainable practices.
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2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,566,274,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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Golden Ocean 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.