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Crude Oil Extraction
CA
updated 2 months ago

Shell Canada Limited Sustainability Profile

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Shell Canada Limited, a subsidiary of the global energy giant Royal Dutch Shell, is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Established in 1911, the company has evolved into a key player in the Canadian oil and gas industry, with significant operations across Western Canada, particularly in Alberta and British Columbia. Specialising in upstream and downstream activities, Shell Canada focuses on oil sands development, natural gas production, and refining. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart, as the company invests in cleaner energy solutions and advanced technologies. Recognised for its robust market position, Shell Canada has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to the country's energy landscape and a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship. With a diverse portfolio of products and services, Shell Canada continues to lead in the transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Shell Canada Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Crude Oil Extraction 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Shell Canada Limited's score of 36 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shell Canada Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Shell plc

In 2021, Shell Canada Limited reported carbon emissions of approximately 14,000,000,000 kg CO2e, specifically from Scope 2 emissions. This data is cascaded from its parent company, Shell plc, reflecting the company's broader environmental impact within the energy sector. Currently, Shell Canada has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of detailed climate commitments suggests a need for further transparency regarding its strategies for addressing climate change. As a current subsidiary of Shell plc, Shell Canada is part of a larger corporate family that may influence its climate policies and emissions reporting. However, without specific targets or initiatives outlined, the company's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions remains unclear.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Scope 3
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000,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Shell Canada Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shell Canada Limited's primary industry is Crude Oil Extraction, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Shell Canada Limited's Location?

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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 Shell Canada Limited is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Shell Canada Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Shell Canada Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 62% since 2010, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
78%
Purchased Goods and Services
11%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
11%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Shell Canada Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Shell Canada Limited 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.

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

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