Genel Energy
Genel Energy plc, commonly referred to as Genel Energy, is a prominent independent oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2011, the company has established a strong presence in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, focusing on the development of oil fields and the production of hydrocarbons. Specialising in the exploration and production of oil, Genel Energy is recognised for its strategic assets, including the Taq Taq and Tawke fields. The company’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainable practices sets it apart in the energy sector. With a robust portfolio and a focus on maximising resource potential, Genel Energy has positioned itself as a key player in the industry, achieving significant milestones in production and exploration.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Genel Energy's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Genel Energy's score of 19 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Genel Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Genel Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,062,740,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 61,274,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 259,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 1,992,896,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, the company recorded Scope 2 emissions of 259,000 kg CO2e for the same year. In 2022, Genel Energy's global emissions were approximately 5,045,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 192,637,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 176,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 5,022,274,000 kg CO2e. The UK figures for 2022 showed Scope 2 emissions of 176,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 816,160 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 507,450 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Genel Energy 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.
