WesternGeco Limited, a leading provider in the geophysical services industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a key player in the oil and gas sector, specialising in advanced seismic data acquisition and processing. With a strong presence in major operational regions including Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, WesternGeco offers innovative solutions that enhance exploration and production efficiency. The company’s core services include seismic imaging, reservoir characterisation, and data interpretation, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and commitment to sustainability. WesternGeco has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering developments in marine seismic acquisition. As a subsidiary of Schlumberger, WesternGeco holds a prominent market position, recognised for its expertise and reliability in delivering high-quality geophysical data to clients worldwide.
How does WesternGeco Limited'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.
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WesternGeco Limited's score of 49 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
WesternGeco Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Schlumberger Limited, which provides emissions data cascaded from its parent organization. However, no specific reduction targets or climate commitments have been outlined for WesternGeco Limited. As part of its corporate family, WesternGeco may align with broader sustainability initiatives and climate strategies set forth by Schlumberger Limited. This includes potential participation in industry-standard frameworks such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), although specific details regarding emissions or reduction targets are not available at this time. In summary, while WesternGeco Limited does not currently disclose its own emissions data or reduction commitments, it is positioned within a corporate structure that may influence its climate strategies through the practices and targets of its parent company, Schlumberger Limited.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,136,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 704,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 876,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
WesternGeco Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 48% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
WesternGeco Limited 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.