Suncor Energy
Suncor Energy Inc., a leading integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary, Canada, has been a pivotal player in the oil and gas industry since its founding in 1919. With a strong presence in Canada’s oil sands, Suncor operates major facilities in Alberta and has expanded its reach into renewable energy sectors, reflecting its commitment to sustainability. The company’s core business areas include oil sands development, refining, and marketing of petroleum products, alongside a growing portfolio in renewable energy. Suncor is renowned for its innovative approaches to resource extraction and environmental stewardship, positioning itself as a market leader in the transition to cleaner energy solutions. Notable achievements include its significant contributions to Canada’s energy landscape and ongoing investments in technology to enhance operational efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Suncor 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
Suncor Energy's score of 17 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Suncor Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Suncor Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,960,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 33,520,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,450,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not specified any formal reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Historically, Suncor's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions reaching about 22,777,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and peaking at approximately 34,060,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets, which places it in a challenging position within the industry as global pressure mounts for significant emissions reductions. Suncor's emissions profile includes a significant portion from Scope 3 emissions, which are not detailed in the latest data but are critical for understanding the full impact of its operations. The absence of defined reduction initiatives highlights a potential area for improvement as the energy sector increasingly focuses on sustainability and climate responsibility.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,577,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,413,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,594,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Suncor 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.
