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 7 is lower than 63% 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 significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99.4% of the total. 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 figures, including approximately 10,367,450,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and about 1,468,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Other notable categories include business travel at 165,000 kg CO2e and waste generated in operations at 51,000 kg CO2e. Despite the extensive emissions data, Northern Oil & Gas has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments suggests a need for further transparency and action in addressing their environmental impact.
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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 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.