Shelf Drilling
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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Shelf Drilling's reported carbon emissions
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 reduction targets, aiming to decrease its average daily per rig Scope 1 emissions by 20% over five years from a 2021 baseline, with a specific near-term goal of a 4% reduction in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to the 2021 average. These initiatives reflect the company's commitment to improving its environmental performance and reducing its carbon footprint in the drilling industry. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes (1, 2, and 3), demonstrating transparency in its climate reporting. As part of its sustainability strategy, Shelf Drilling continues to focus on reducing emissions intensity and enhancing operational efficiency.
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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 |
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Shelf Drilling 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.
