Tullow Oil Sustainability Profile
Tullow Oil plc, a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including West Africa and South America. Tullow Oil focuses on exploration and production, specialising in oil and gas resources that are often located in challenging environments. With a commitment to sustainable practices, Tullow Oil has achieved significant milestones, including successful exploration campaigns and strategic partnerships. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to resource extraction, which sets it apart in a competitive market. Tullow Oil's dedication to operational excellence and community engagement has solidified its position as a leading independent oil and gas company, making it a noteworthy entity in the global energy landscape.
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Tullow Oil's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Tullow Oil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,516,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,096,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,030 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 8,419,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 11,699,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,342,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 870 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 9,356,000 kg CO2e. Tullow Oil has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero by 2030 for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions on a net equity basis. This goal will be achieved through the decarbonisation of its operated assets in Ghana and investment in high-quality, nature-based carbon offset initiatives. Additionally, the company is prioritising the elimination of routine flaring at its Jubilee and TEN fields, targeting a reduction of at least 40% in GHG emissions by 2025 from a 2020 baseline. Overall, Tullow Oil's emissions data reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint while addressing the challenges of climate change within the oil and gas industry.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 752,539,000 | 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,631,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000 | 000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,620,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Tullow Oil's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Tullow Oil 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.
