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 score of 13 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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. The company also recorded significant Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 270,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing various categories such as business travel and purchased goods and services. Over the years, Seadrill has shown a trend of decreasing emissions, with total emissions dropping from about 921,891,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 615,116,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This represents a notable reduction in emissions, particularly in Scope 1, which decreased from 883,824,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 599,885,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for Seadrill. The company continues to operate within the context of the offshore drilling industry, which is under increasing pressure to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprints.
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Add to project| 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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