Equinor
Equinor ASA, formerly known as Statoil, is a leading energy company headquartered in Norway. Established in 1972, Equinor has evolved into a global player in the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors, with significant operations in regions such as the North Sea, Brazil, and the United States. The company focuses on oil and gas exploration, production, and renewable energy solutions, including offshore wind and solar power. Equinor is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to a low-carbon future. With a strong market presence and notable achievements, including pioneering offshore wind projects, Equinor continues to shape the energy landscape while prioritising environmental stewardship and technological advancement.
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Equinor's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Equinor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,500,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with 11,400,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 emissions and 100,000,000 kg CO2e to Scope 2 emissions. The company also recorded Scope 3 emissions of about 250,000,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products. In Norway, Equinor's emissions for 2023 were approximately 10,900,000,000 kg CO2e, all of which fell under Scope 1 and 2. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been detailed in the provided data. Historically, Equinor's emissions have fluctuated, with significant figures reported in previous years, such as 14,700,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 12,000,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has been actively working on improving its emissions intensity, with upstream CO2 intensity reported at 6,700 kg CO2e per barrel of oil equivalent in 2023. Equinor's climate commitments align with industry standards, focusing on reducing emissions across all scopes, particularly in its operational activities. However, the absence of specific reduction targets indicates a need for further clarity on their long-term climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,900,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 252,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Equinor 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.
