Wintershall
Wintershall Dea, a leading independent oil and gas company, is headquartered in Kassel, Germany. Established in 1894, the company has evolved into a significant player in the global energy sector, with operations spanning Europe, North Africa, and South America. Wintershall Dea focuses on exploration and production, leveraging advanced technologies to optimise resource extraction and enhance sustainability. The company is renowned for its commitment to responsible energy production, offering a diverse portfolio of oil and natural gas services. Notable achievements include its strategic partnerships and innovative approaches to energy transition, positioning Wintershall Dea as a key contributor to the industry's evolution. With a strong market presence, Wintershall Dea continues to drive advancements in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the oil and gas landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Wintershall'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
Wintershall's score of 28 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wintershall's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Wintershall reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,380,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 10,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 42,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. Over the years, Wintershall has shown a trend in emissions data, with Scope 1 emissions of about 2,450,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 2,090,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a gradual reduction in direct emissions. The company has also reported Scope 2 emissions of 60,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 80,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, suggesting efforts to improve energy efficiency. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed by Wintershall, which may limit their ability to demonstrate a proactive approach to climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Wintershall's emissions data highlights the scale of their operations and the importance of ongoing efforts to manage and reduce their carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,170,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 190,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 74,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Wintershall 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.
