Imperial Oil Limited, commonly referred to as Imperial Oil, is a leading Canadian integrated oil and gas company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1880, Imperial has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, with significant operations across Canada, particularly in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
The company operates in various segments, including upstream exploration and production, refining, and marketing of petroleum products. Imperial is renowned for its innovative approaches to oil sands development and its commitment to sustainability.
With a diverse portfolio of core products, including gasoline, diesel, and lubricants, Imperial Oil stands out for its focus on quality and environmental stewardship. As a subsidiary of ExxonMobil, Imperial Oil holds a strong market position, consistently achieving notable milestones in production efficiency and technological advancements in the energy industry.
-7 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Petroleum Coke is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Petroleum Coke industry has reduced its overall emissions by 49% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Imperial Oil's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Imperial Oil, headquartered in Canada, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15.1 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5.1 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 9.1 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 5.4 billion kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its sulphur dioxide (SO₂) emissions by approximately 50% at its Nanticoke facility and over 90% at Sarnia by the end of 2028, focusing on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Imperial Oil's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Imperial Oil Limited, reflecting its commitment to transparency and accountability in climate reporting. The company has disclosed its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to managing its carbon footprint. As part of its climate strategy, Imperial Oil is actively working towards significant reductions in emissions, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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Imperial Oil’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2028
90% reduction in Scope 2
We expect to reduce our SO₂ emissions by approximately 50 per cent at Nanticoke and more than 90 per cent at Sarnia by the end of 2028.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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