Tullow Oil plc, a prominent player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a key operator in the mining and quarrying industry, focusing on oil and gas exploration and production across various regions, including West Africa and South America.
Specialising in the extraction of oil and gas, Tullow Oil is recognised for its innovative approaches to resource management and sustainable practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including successful exploration campaigns that have bolstered its market position. With a commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship, Tullow Oil continues to be a leader in the industry, delivering unique solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients and stakeholders.
+26 vs industry average
Tullow Oil’s score of 44 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 66% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Tullow Oil's reported carbon emissions
Tullow Oil's carbon emissions reporting shows a significant reduction in total emissions from approximately 1.43 billion kg CO2e in 2017 to approximately 10.52 million kg CO2e in 2024. In 2024, Tullow Oil reported total emissions of approximately 10,516,000 kg CO2e. This breaks down into: * **Scope 1:** Approximately 2,096,000 kg CO2e * **Scope 2:** Approximately 1,030 kg CO2e * **Scope 3:** Approximately 8,419,000 kg CO2e In the preceding year, 2023, total emissions were approximately 11,699,000 kg CO2e, comprising: * **Scope 1:** Approximately 2,342,000 kg CO2e * **Scope 2:** Approximately 870 kg CO2e * **Scope 3:** Approximately 9,356,000 kg CO2e Looking further back, in 2022, total emissions were approximately 8,939,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 2,258,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 810 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 6,680,000 kg CO2e. Tullow Oil has established several key climate commitments: * The company is committed to achieving **Net Zero on its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030**, on a net equity basis. This includes decarbonising its operated assets in Ghana and investing in nature-based carbon offset initiatives for hard-to-abate emissions. * Tullow Oil aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by at least **40% by 2025**, on a net equity basis from a 2020 baseline. This target is being driven by the prioritisation of eliminating routine flaring at its Jubilee and TEN fields. The company's industry context involves the mining and quarrying of chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt, and other products. It is headquartered in the UK (GB).
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Tullow Oil’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2025
40% reduction in Scope 1
To deliver on our commitment, we are prioritising the elimination of routine flaring at our Jubilee and TEN fields, which we expect will dri…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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