Talos Energy
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Talos Energy'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Talos Energy's score of 17 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Talos Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Talos Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 648,427,000 kg CO2e, comprising 646,908,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,195,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company recorded Scope 3 emissions of about 251,458,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Over the years, Talos Energy has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 757,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 487,622,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 2,236,000 kg CO2e. The company’s Scope 1 emissions peaked in 2023, indicating a need for enhanced strategies to manage and reduce these emissions. Despite the significant emissions figures, Talos Energy has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments may reflect the broader industry context, where many companies are still developing comprehensive climate strategies. Overall, Talos Energy's emissions data highlights the challenges faced in reducing carbon footprints within the energy sector, underscoring the importance of establishing clear climate commitments and reduction strategies moving forward.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 549,088,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Talos 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.
