Northern Oil & Gas, Inc., often referred to as NOG, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 2006, the company has rapidly expanded its operations, primarily focusing on the acquisition and development of oil and natural gas properties in key regions such as the Bakken and Permian basins. Specialising in the exploration and production of hydrocarbons, Northern Oil & Gas distinguishes itself through its strategic partnerships and innovative approaches to resource management. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a robust portfolio of high-quality assets and a strong market position, making it a notable entity in the energy sector. With a commitment to operational excellence, Northern Oil & Gas continues to drive growth and sustainability in an ever-evolving market.
How does Northern Oil & Gas, Inc.'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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Northern Oil & Gas, Inc.'s score of 9 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Northern Oil & Gas, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,988,635,000 kg CO2e, with a significant portion attributed to Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99.4% of their total emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were recorded at 8,300 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 180,700 kg CO2e (market-based). The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions reveals substantial contributions from the use of sold products, which alone accounted for about 10,367,450,000 kg CO2e. Other notable sources included purchased goods and services (approximately 1,468,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 165,000 kg CO2e). Despite the extensive emissions data, Northern Oil & Gas, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate strategy. This lack of defined climate pledges indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability efforts within the oil and gas sector.
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Scope 1 | 8,300 |
Scope 2 | 180,700 |
Scope 3 | 12,988,635,000 |
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Northern Oil & Gas, Inc. is not committed to any 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.