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.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Woodside Energy's score of 20 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Woodside Energy's reported carbon emissions
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 emissions and 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2, but no specific targets for reduction initiatives or climate pledges have been identified. Over the years, Woodside's emissions have shown fluctuations. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were about 9,573,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 9,565,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 8,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set any formal reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. Woodside's emissions intensity has varied, with a reported Scope 1 emissions intensity of approximately 320 kg CO2e per tonne of equity in recent years. The company continues to operate within the global energy sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its carbon footprint and the need for sustainable practices. Overall, while Woodside Energy has made strides in reporting its emissions, the absence of specific reduction targets highlights a gap in its climate commitments that may need addressing to align with industry standards and expectations.
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Get Started| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| 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 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
Woodside Energy 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.
