Oxy, officially known as Occidental Petroleum Corporation, is a leading American oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1920, Oxy has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including the Permian Basin, the Gulf Coast, and international markets across the Middle East and Latin America. Specialising in hydrocarbon exploration, production, and chemical manufacturing, Oxy is renowned for its innovative approaches to sustainable energy solutions. The company’s core products include crude oil, natural gas, and petrochemicals, distinguished by their commitment to environmental stewardship and advanced technology. With a robust market position, Oxy has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering enhanced oil recovery techniques. The company continues to be recognised for its efforts in reducing carbon emissions and advancing sustainable practices within the energy sector.
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In 2024, Occidental Petroleum Corporation (Oxy) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,510,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 4,830,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 11,610,000,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. In 2023, Oxy's emissions were approximately 15,270,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,500,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, leading to a total of about 10,890,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Oxy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in its operations (Scope 1 and 2) before 2040, with an aspiration to achieve this target by 2035. Additionally, the company is working towards net-zero emissions associated with the use of its products by 2050. These commitments align with the goals of the Paris Agreement and reflect Oxy's long-term strategy to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The company is also guided by Executive Order S-3-05, which mandates an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions below 1990 levels by 2050. This commitment underscores Oxy's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its impact on the environment. Overall, Oxy's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a clear trajectory towards sustainability and a reduction in carbon footprint, positioning the company as a responsible player in the energy sector.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 16,290,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 6,550,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | - |
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