Southwestern Energy
Southwestern Energy Company, commonly referred to as Southwestern Energy, is a prominent player in the natural gas and energy sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1929, the company has established itself as a leader in the exploration and production of natural gas, primarily operating in the Appalachian Basin and the Haynesville Shale region. Specialising in the development of unconventional natural gas resources, Southwestern Energy offers a unique portfolio of services that includes drilling, production, and midstream operations. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies, which enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, Southwestern Energy has achieved significant milestones, including substantial growth in production and reserves, solidifying its reputation as a key contributor to the energy landscape in North America.
DitchCarbon Score
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Southwestern Energy's score of 17 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Southwestern Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Southwestern Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,286,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marked a slight decrease from 2021, where emissions were about 1,548,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 5,910,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in its operational activities, but has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate strategy. The emissions intensity for gas production has been reported at approximately 0.00411 kg CO2e per MMBtu in 2022, reflecting the company's ongoing efforts to improve efficiency. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, Southwestern Energy continues to engage in practices aimed at minimising its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate responsibility.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,057,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Southwestern Energy is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
