Transocean Ltd., a leading offshore drilling contractor, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates primarily in deepwater and ultra-deepwater regions globally. Founded in 1953, the company has established itself as a key player in the oil and gas industry, focusing on high-specification drilling rigs and innovative technologies. Transocean's core services include the operation of advanced drilling rigs, catering to the needs of major oil companies. Its commitment to safety and efficiency sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong portfolio of assets and a reputation for reliability, Transocean has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for operational excellence. As a prominent entity in the offshore drilling sector, Transocean continues to shape the future of energy exploration.
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In 2022, Transocean reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,353,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 66,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,072,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 24,215,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, specifically related to business travel. Transocean's emissions have seen significant fluctuations over the years. For instance, in 2021, the total emissions were approximately 891,951,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 889,663,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 2,288,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the total emissions were around 1,079,691,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,076,410,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Transocean has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded emissions data from a parent organization, maintaining its own reporting standards. Overall, while Transocean has made strides in emissions reporting, the lack of clear reduction commitments highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,419,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
Transocean's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 27% last year and decreased by approximately 27% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Transocean has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

