Cnooc
CNOOC Limited, commonly known as CNOOC, is a leading Chinese offshore oil and gas producer headquartered in Beijing, China. Established in 1998, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including the South China Sea, Bohai Bay, and international markets in Africa and North America. CNOOC primarily focuses on the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas, distinguishing itself through advanced technology and a commitment to sustainable practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest independent oil and gas companies globally. With a robust portfolio of core products and services, CNOOC is well-positioned in the energy sector, recognised for its operational efficiency and strategic partnerships. Its notable achievements underscore its status as a key player in the global energy landscape.
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Cnooc's score of 14 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cnooc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cnooc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,263,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 10,779,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 1,484,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks an increase from previous years, with emissions in 2022 at about 10,879,000,000 kg CO2e, which included approximately 9,779,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 1,101,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2021, Cnooc's emissions totalled around 10,305,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,774,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 531,000,000 kg CO2e. The company reported emissions of about 9,345,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, with Scope 1 at approximately 9,123,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 222,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, total emissions were around 8,783,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 8,597,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 186,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increasing trend in emissions, Cnooc has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the oil and gas sector, which faces significant scrutiny regarding carbon emissions and climate impact.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,597,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 186,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Cnooc is committed to some 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.
