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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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26

Industry Average

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25

Industry Benchmark

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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 about 273,975,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and about 176,544,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The company also reported Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 450,519,000 kg CO2e, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. Over the years, Gran Tierra's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 640,794,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and decreasing to about 248,123,000 kg CO2e by 2020. This trend reflects a significant reduction in emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and 2, which combined totalled approximately 294,934,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and about 392,374,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite these reductions, Gran Tierra Energy has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within a challenging industry context, where carbon emissions are a critical concern, and many companies are increasingly setting ambitious targets to mitigate their environmental impact. Gran Tierra Energy's headquarters is located in California, where regulatory frameworks are increasingly pushing for lower emissions and greater accountability in climate commitments.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gran Tierra Energy's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Gran Tierra Energy is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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