Birchcliff Energy Ltd., commonly referred to as Birchcliff, is a prominent Canadian oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 2004, Birchcliff has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily focusing on the development of natural gas and natural gas liquids in the Peace River Arch region of Alberta. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to resource extraction, utilising advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Birchcliff's core offerings include the exploration, production, and marketing of hydrocarbons, with a strong emphasis on environmentally responsible practices. With a solid market position, Birchcliff Energy has achieved significant milestones, including substantial production growth and strategic acquisitions, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the Canadian energy landscape.
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In 2022, Birchcliff Energy, headquartered in Canada, reported total emissions of approximately 382.8 million kg CO2e. This total comprises 348.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 34.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2021, Birchcliff's emissions were approximately 388.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 353.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 34.7 million kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions year-on-year. Despite these figures, Birchcliff Energy has not established specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. Overall, Birchcliff Energy's emissions data reflects its operational impact, while the lack of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 331,636,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,691,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Birchcliff Energy has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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