Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (often referred to as H&P) is a leading provider in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. Founded in 1920, the company has established itself as a pioneer in drilling technology, particularly in the development of advanced drilling rigs and services. With a strong operational presence in North America and international markets, H&P focuses on contract drilling and technology solutions that enhance efficiency and safety. The company is renowned for its state-of-the-art FlexRig® technology, which offers unmatched performance and adaptability in various drilling environments. Helmerich & Payne's commitment to innovation has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving high utilisation rates and operational excellence. With a rich history of milestones, H&P continues to shape the future of drilling, making significant contributions to the energy sector.
How does Helmerich And Payne's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Helmerich And Payne's score of 18 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Helmerich & Payne reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,036,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 57,400,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of around 1,084,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 1,142,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 46,300,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 1,186,000,000 kg CO2e. Helmerich & Payne has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in net CO2e emissions per distance drilled by the end of fiscal year 2030, using 2018 as a baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the company's commitment to improving its environmental performance. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Overall, Helmerich & Payne's emissions data and reduction targets demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the oil and gas industry.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,235,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,600,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| 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.
Helmerich And Payne 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.

