Paramount Resources
Paramount Resources Ltd., commonly referred to as Paramount, is a prominent player in the Canadian oil and gas industry, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1976, the company has established itself as a leader in exploration and production, primarily focusing on natural gas and crude oil. With significant operations in key regions such as the Montney and Duvernay formations, Paramount is well-positioned to leverage its extensive resource base. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to resource development, employing advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability. Paramount's commitment to responsible operations has earned it a strong market position, marked by notable achievements in production growth and environmental stewardship. As a trusted name in the energy sector, Paramount Resources continues to drive progress while meeting the evolving demands of the market.
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Paramount Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Paramount Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 460,416,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources, which includes direct emissions from operations, and about 53,301,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, representing indirect emissions from purchased electricity. This marks a reduction from 2022, where emissions were approximately 483,762,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 76,689,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for 2023, but in 2020, it reported an extensive Scope 3 total of approximately 147,238,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating significant upstream emissions associated with its value chain. Despite these figures, Paramount Resources has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further strategic planning in addressing its carbon footprint. The company continues to operate within the oil and gas sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of robust climate action and transparency in emissions reporting.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 564,225,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 132,751,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Paramount Resources 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.
