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Crude Oil Extraction
DK
updated a month ago

The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S Sustainability Profile

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The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S, commonly referred to as Maersk Drilling, is a leading player in the global drilling industry, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Established in 1972, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative drilling solutions across major operational regions, including the North Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and offshore West Africa. Specialising in offshore drilling services, Maersk Drilling offers a diverse range of products, including advanced drilling rigs and integrated services that enhance operational efficiency. The company is recognised for its commitment to safety and sustainability, setting industry standards with its cutting-edge technology and expertise. With a solid market position, Maersk Drilling has achieved significant milestones, including numerous successful drilling campaigns and partnerships that underscore its status as a trusted leader in the sector.

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How does The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Crude Oil Extraction industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S's score of 20 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Noble Corporation plc

The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is identified as a merged entity, inheriting performance data from Noble Corporation plc, which may provide insights into its climate impact. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S is part of a corporate family that is engaged in various climate initiatives. However, there are no documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges at this time. The absence of these commitments suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the industry increasingly focuses on reducing carbon footprints, The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S will need to establish clear emissions reduction targets and strategies to align with global climate goals.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
1,068,000,000
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Scope 2
11,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
178,000,000
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00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S's primary industry is Crude Oil Extraction, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 49% last year and decreased by approximately 81% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 4% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
100%

The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S'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.

The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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