Gran Tierra Energy
Gran Tierra Energy Inc., a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta (CA). Founded in 2003, the company has established a strong operational presence in Colombia and Ecuador, focusing on exploration and production activities. Gran Tierra is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and efficient resource management, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company’s core services include oil exploration, production, and development, with a particular emphasis on enhancing recovery techniques. Gran Tierra Energy has achieved significant milestones, including successful drilling campaigns and strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. With a dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship, Gran Tierra continues to make strides in the energy sector, positioning itself as a leader in responsible oil production.
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Gran Tierra Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Gran Tierra Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 450,519,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 273,975,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 176,544,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled 450,519,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 392,374,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 258,406,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 133,968,000 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Gran Tierra Energy has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions, which would include indirect emissions from the value chain, such as those from suppliers and product use. Furthermore, the company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, Gran Tierra Energy's emissions data reflects a significant carbon footprint, with no current commitments to reduce emissions or specific climate pledges noted. The company operates from its headquarters in California and continues to report its emissions transparently, although it lacks a structured approach to emissions reduction at this time.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 590,240,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Gran Tierra Energy 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.
