Woodside Energy
Woodside Energy Group Ltd, commonly known as Woodside, is a leading Australian oil and gas company headquartered in Perth, Australia. Founded in 1954, Woodside has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily focusing on the exploration, development, and production of hydrocarbons. The company operates major projects in Australia and internationally, with significant assets in the North West Shelf and Pluto LNG. Woodside is renowned for its innovative approach to liquefied natural gas (LNG) production, offering unique solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability. With a commitment to responsible energy development, Woodside has achieved notable milestones, including the successful delivery of large-scale LNG projects. As a prominent entity in the energy market, Woodside continues to drive advancements in technology and environmental stewardship, solidifying its position as a trusted provider of energy solutions.
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Woodside Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Woodside Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,175,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 9,165,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and around 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a decrease from previous years, with emissions in 2022 recorded at approximately 9,573,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently disclosed its emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 2, but there is no data available for Scope 3 emissions in 2023. In 2022, Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to approximately 60,699,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products. Woodside has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a lack of formalised reduction strategies at this time. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an ongoing commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. Overall, Woodside Energy's emissions data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, while its lack of defined reduction targets suggests an area for potential improvement in its climate strategy.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,084,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 14,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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