Independence Contract Drilling, often referred to as ICD, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2011, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in providing high-performance contract drilling services, primarily in key regions such as the Permian Basin and the Eagle Ford Shale. ICD offers a unique fleet of technologically advanced drilling rigs, designed to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs for its clients. The company’s commitment to innovation and safety has earned it a strong market position, with notable achievements in operational excellence and customer satisfaction. As a trusted partner in the energy sector, Independence Contract Drilling continues to drive progress in the industry while maintaining a focus on sustainable practices.
How does Independence Contract Drilling'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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Independence Contract Drilling'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 2022, Independence Contract Drilling reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 12,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 22,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 32,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a slight increase from 2021, when total emissions were about 60,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 10,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 20,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 30,000,000 kg CO2e. Independence Contract Drilling has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor do they participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar climate pledges. The absence of defined climate commitments suggests a need for further action in addressing their carbon footprint. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it is independently reported by Independence Contract Drilling.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 30,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
Independence Contract Drilling 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.

