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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In 2023, Woodside Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,175,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,165,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 15% reduction in net equity Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 and a 30% reduction by 2030, with an aspiration for net zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. In 2024, Woodside's Scope 1 emissions are projected to be about 7,700 kg CO2e, while in 2025, they are expected to decrease further to approximately 6.55 kg CO2e. The company has achieved a significant reduction in flare intensity, cutting it by over 50% since 2013, which contributes to its overall emissions reduction strategy. Woodside's emissions data is sourced directly from Woodside Energy Group Ltd, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is committed to improving operational reliability and implementing flare reduction initiatives as part of its climate action plan.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,294,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0.0 | 0.00 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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