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Pdc Energy

PDC Energy, also known as PDC, is a prominent player in the US energy sector, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a leader in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, primarily operating in the Wattenberg Field in Colorado and the Delaware Basin in New Mexico and Texas. PDC Energy is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies, focusing on efficient resource extraction and environmental stewardship. The company’s core services include drilling, production, and development of oil and gas reserves, which are distinguished by their emphasis on operational excellence and safety. With a strong market position, PDC Energy has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions and a robust portfolio of assets, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking energy provider in a competitive landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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9

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Gas/Diesel Oil 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Pdc Energy's score of 9 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Pdc Energy's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, PDC Energy reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,145,687,340 kg CO2e, with fugitive emissions contributing about 59,303,450 kg CO2e. The company has shown a trend of decreasing emissions over the years, with Scope 1 emissions of about 1,218,446,380 kg CO2e in 2020 and approximately 1,218,446,380 kg CO2e in 2019. Despite these figures, PDC Energy has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not have formal commitments in place to address climate change proactively. Overall, PDC Energy's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential future commitments to align with industry standards for climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Pdc Energy's primary industry is Gas/Diesel Oil, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Pdc Energy is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Pdc Energy 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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