Woodside Energy, a leading player in the crude petroleum sector, is headquartered in Australia and operates primarily in the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 1954, the company has established itself as a key provider of crude oil extraction services, excluding surveying, and has achieved significant milestones in the energy industry.
Specialising in the exploration and production of oil and gas, Woodside Energy is renowned for its innovative approaches and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core offerings include the extraction of crude oil and the development of liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, which set it apart in a competitive market.
With a strong market position, Woodside Energy has garnered recognition for its operational excellence and strategic partnerships, making it a notable entity in the global energy landscape.
+24 vs industry average
Woodside Energy’s score of 39 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Crude Oil Extraction is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Crude Oil Extraction industry has reduced its overall emissions by 16% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Woodside Energy's reported carbon emissions
Woodside Energy, based in Australia and operating in the crude petroleum and related services industry, has reported significant carbon emissions. For 2024, the company reported approximately 6.78 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. In 2023, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 9.17 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 10 million kg CO2e, totalling about 9.17 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2.
Looking at prior years, Woodside Energy's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 9.57 billion kg CO2e in 2022, and approximately 8.91 billion kg CO2e in 2021. Scope 3 emissions for the use of sold products were approximately 32.94 billion kg CO2e in 2020.
Woodside Energy has established several climate commitments. The company is targeting a reduction of net equity Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 15% by the end of 2025 and 30% by the end of 2030, relative to a 2016-2020 gross annual average. Notably, the 2025 target has been successfully met. Furthermore, Woodside Energy has an aspiration to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 or sooner across all scopes. Initiatives such as improvements in operational reliability and flare reduction have contributed to a reduction in flare intensity by over 50% since 2013.
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Woodside Energy’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
13 goals2050
15% reduction in all scopes
NET EQUITY SCOPE 1 AND 2 EMISSIONS REDUCTION TARGETS2 15% 30% 3 4 Aspiration of net zero by 2050 or sooner
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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