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Viper Energy, Inc.

Viper Energy, Inc., a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations primarily in the Permian Basin. Founded in 2014, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the acquisition and development of oil and natural gas properties, focusing on high-quality assets that drive sustainable growth. Specialising in the exploration and production of hydrocarbons, Viper Energy distinguishes itself through its strategic partnerships and innovative approaches to resource management. The company’s unique business model, which emphasises low-cost operations and efficient capital deployment, has positioned it favourably within the competitive landscape of the energy industry. With a commitment to operational excellence, Viper Energy continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a key contributor to the energy market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Viper Energy, Inc.'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.

7

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.

4

Industry Benchmark

Viper Energy, Inc.'s score of 7 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Viper Energy, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Viper Energy, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 573,291 kg CO2e across all scopes. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 2, each contributing about 573,291 kg CO2e, indicating a potential overlap in reporting. Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 573,291 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (about 395,695 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 117,419 kg CO2e). Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Viper Energy has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit their commitment to addressing climate change. The absence of defined initiatives suggests a need for further action in aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction. As a company headquartered in the US, Viper Energy's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the energy sector in managing carbon footprints and transitioning towards more sustainable practices.

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2022
Scope 1
573,290.58
Scope 2
573,290.58
Scope 3
573,290.58

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Viper Energy, Inc.'s primary industry is Crude petroleum and services related to crude oil extraction, excluding surveying, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Viper Energy, Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Viper Energy, Inc. 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.

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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