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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Industry Benchmark
Southwestern Energy's score of 7 is higher than 55% 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 for Scope 1 and 3,640,000 kg CO2e for 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 carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2020, Southwestern Energy's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1,057,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of increasing emissions over the years. The company has not established any formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which suggests a need for more robust climate commitments in line with industry standards. Overall, while Southwestern Energy has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of specific reduction targets highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate strategy and align with global sustainability goals.
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Add to project| 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.
