Tullow Oil plc, a prominent player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a key operator in the mining and quarrying industry, focusing on oil and gas exploration and production across various regions, including West Africa and South America.
Specialising in the extraction of oil and gas, Tullow Oil is recognised for its innovative approaches to resource management and sustainable practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including successful exploration campaigns that have bolstered its market position. With a commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship, Tullow Oil continues to be a leader in the industry, delivering unique solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients and stakeholders.
+26 vs industry average
Tullow Oil’s score of 44 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 66% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Tullow Oil's reported carbon emissions
Tullow Oil, an exploration and production company headquartered in Great Britain, reported its greenhouse gas emissions for several years. For the reporting year 2024, Tullow Oil's total emissions were approximately 10.5 million kg CO2e. This comprised about 2.1 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 1,030 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 8.4 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 11.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions totalling about 2.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 870 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 9.4 million kg CO2e. Tullow Oil has set several climate commitments. The company aims to achieve Net Zero on its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. Furthermore, it is prioritising the elimination of routine flaring at its Jubilee and TEN fields, which is expected to reduce GHG emissions by at least 40% by 2025, on a net equity basis, from a 2020 baseline. This commitment specifically addresses Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2022, their emissions intensity was reported as approximately 0.037 kg CO2e per barrel of oil equivalent. The company's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent or related organisation.
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Tullow Oil’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2025
40% reduction in Scope 1
To deliver on our commitment, we are prioritising the elimination of routine flaring at our Jubilee and TEN fields, which we expect will dri…
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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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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