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Kosmos Energy

Kosmos Energy Ltd., a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in West Africa and the Gulf of Mexico. Founded in 2003, the company has achieved notable milestones, including successful exploration and production ventures that have positioned it as a leader in the sector. Specialising in deepwater exploration and production, Kosmos Energy is recognised for its innovative approach to resource development, particularly in emerging markets. The company’s core services include oil and gas exploration, production, and development, with a focus on sustainable practices and technological advancements that enhance efficiency. With a strong market presence, Kosmos Energy has garnered attention for its strategic partnerships and successful projects, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking energy company committed to delivering value while prioritising environmental stewardship.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kosmos Energy'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Crude Oil Extraction industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Kosmos Energy's score of 23 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kosmos Energy's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kosmos Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,913,000 kg CO2e, comprising 23,913,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,018,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 391,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, Kosmos Energy's emissions were significantly higher, with total emissions reaching about 28,752,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 28,752,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has not established formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in its climate strategy. Kosmos Energy's emissions profile reflects its operations in the oil and gas sector, where managing carbon emissions is critical for sustainability. The company’s headquarters is located in the United States, and it operates globally, contributing to its overall emissions footprint.

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Scope 1
109,309,000
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Scope 2
1,026,000
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Scope 3
2,019,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kosmos Energy's primary industry is Crude petroleum and services related to crude oil extraction, excluding surveying, which is very high 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. Kosmos Energy is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kosmos Energy is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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