SLB, formerly known as Schlumberger Limited, is a leading global provider of technology and services for the oil and gas industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1926, SLB has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The company excels in various business areas, such as reservoir characterisation, drilling, production, and processing. SLB's innovative core products and services, including advanced data analytics and digital solutions, set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, SLB has achieved notable milestones, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in the energy sector.
How does Slb'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.
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In 2024, SLB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,115,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 990,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 271,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 34,855,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 40,123,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,012,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 at about 38,824,000,000 kg CO2e. SLB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they target a 50% reduction in Scopes 1 and 2 and a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030. The company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with minimal reliance on offsets. The emissions data is sourced directly from SLB, with no cascading from a parent organization. The company actively discloses its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate strategy.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,136,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 704,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 876,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Slb's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and increased significantly since 2016, 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 48% 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.
Slb 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.
