Shelf Drilling, formally known as Shelf Drilling, Ltd., is a prominent player in the offshore drilling industry, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE). Established in 2012, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia. Specialising in shallow water drilling services, Shelf Drilling offers a fleet of high-quality jack-up rigs, distinguished by their operational efficiency and reliability. The company’s commitment to safety and environmental stewardship sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Shelf Drilling has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust portfolio of contracts, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted provider in the offshore drilling sector.
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In 2024, Shelf Drilling, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 572,643,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 296,699,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 649,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 275,295,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 585,636,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 296,422,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 693,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 288,521,000 kg CO2e. Shelf Drilling has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to decrease its average daily per rig Scope 1 emissions by 20% over five years, starting from a 2021 baseline, with a specific target to reduce emissions by 4% in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to the 2021 average. These initiatives reflect a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with industry standards. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Shelf Drilling, Ltd. The company continues to focus on sustainability and climate commitments as part of its operational strategy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 261,082,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 822,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 33,533,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Shelf Drilling's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 721% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 48% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Shelf Drilling has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

