Talos Energy Sustainability Profile
Talos Energy, a prominent player in the US energy sector, is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with significant operations in the Gulf of Mexico. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, focusing on offshore resources. Talos Energy is renowned for its innovative approach to energy extraction, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. The company’s core services include the acquisition, exploration, and development of oil and gas properties, with a commitment to responsible resource management. With a strong market position, Talos Energy has achieved notable milestones, including successful drilling projects and strategic partnerships that bolster its growth trajectory. As a forward-thinking entity in the energy industry, Talos Energy continues to set benchmarks for excellence and environmental stewardship.
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Talos Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Talos Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 895,853,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 894,810,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,043,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 917,816,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 916,621,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,195,000 kg CO2e. Talos Energy has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 2025, using 2018 levels as a baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 15% from a 2022 baseline by 2030. In 2021, Talos achieved an 8.6% reduction in Scope 1 emissions intensity compared to the previous year, positioning itself in the top 20% of peers for emissions intensity reduction. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct emissions from operations and energy use. Talos Energy's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the oil and gas sector, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 549,088,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,636,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Talos Energy'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.
Talos Energy 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.
