Southwestern Energy Company, commonly referred to as Southwestern Energy, is a prominent player in the natural gas and energy sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1929, the company has established itself as a leader in the exploration and production of natural gas, primarily operating in the Appalachian Basin and the Haynesville Shale region. Specialising in the development of unconventional natural gas resources, Southwestern Energy offers a unique portfolio of services that includes drilling, production, and midstream operations. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies, which enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, Southwestern Energy has achieved significant milestones, including substantial growth in production and reserves, solidifying its reputation as a key contributor to the energy landscape in North America.
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Southwestern Energy's score of 17 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Southwestern Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,548,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 5,910,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any emissions data for 2022 or previous years, nor have they provided information on Scope 3 emissions. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or commitments, Southwestern Energy is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its greenhouse gas emissions. The company has reported a GHG emissions intensity of 0.00411 kg CO2e per MMBtu of gas produced in 2022, indicating a focus on minimising emissions relative to production levels. As of now, there are no documented reduction initiatives or climate pledges from Southwestern Energy, which places them in a context where further commitments may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate action.
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2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,057,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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Southwestern Energy is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.