Seadrill
Seadrill Limited, commonly referred to as Seadrill, is a leading offshore drilling contractor headquartered in Bermuda (BM). Established in 2005, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including the North Sea, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico. Specialising in the provision of drilling services for oil and gas exploration, Seadrill is renowned for its advanced fleet of drillships and semi-submersible rigs, which are equipped with cutting-edge technology. With a commitment to safety and efficiency, Seadrill has achieved significant milestones, including the successful deployment of innovative drilling solutions that enhance operational performance. The company holds a strong market position, recognised for its reliability and expertise in deepwater drilling. Seadrill continues to set industry standards, making it a prominent player in the global offshore drilling sector.
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Seadrill's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Seadrill reported total carbon emissions of approximately 856,644,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 586,023,880 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 405,630 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions, accounted for a significant portion, with various categories contributing to a total of approximately 270,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Seadrill has shown a trend in emissions reduction. For instance, emissions decreased from about 921,891,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to approximately 615,116,000 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a commitment to lowering their carbon footprint. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Seadrill's headquarters is located in BM, and while they have not set formal reduction targets, their ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect an awareness of their environmental impact and a commitment to sustainability within the offshore drilling industry.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 696,966,850 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,998,150 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 566,225,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Seadrill 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.
