Enquest Sustainability Profile
EnQuest PLC, a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2010, the company has rapidly established itself as a key operator in the North Sea and other regions, focusing on the development and production of oil and gas resources. EnQuest is renowned for its innovative approach to maximising recovery from mature fields, employing advanced technologies and operational efficiencies. The company’s core services include asset management, production optimisation, and decommissioning, which set it apart in a competitive market. EnQuest has achieved significant milestones, including the successful acquisition of strategic assets that bolster its market position. With a commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, EnQuest continues to drive growth while navigating the evolving energy landscape.
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Enquest's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, EnQuest, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,042,610,000 kg CO2e globally. Within the UK, their emissions were broken down into Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories, with Scope 1 emissions at about 72,242,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 74,377,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 453,000 kg CO2e. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was approximately 765,206,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, EnQuest's UK emissions were lower, with Scope 1 at about 29,823,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 72,384,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions in 2023, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 categories. EnQuest has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they reported any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets. Their emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, and all figures are sourced directly from EnQuest PLC. Overall, while EnQuest has made strides in reporting their emissions, the lack of reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Enquest's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Enquest 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.
