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Obsidian Energy Ltd.

Obsidian Energy Ltd., a prominent player in the Canadian oil and gas sector, is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1979, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, primarily in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. With a commitment to operational excellence, Obsidian Energy offers a diverse portfolio of energy products, including light oil and natural gas liquids, distinguished by their emphasis on sustainability and efficiency. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a successful restructuring in 2018 that strengthened its market position. Recognised for its innovative approaches and strong asset base, Obsidian Energy continues to be a key contributor to the energy landscape in Canada, driving forward with a focus on responsible resource development.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Obsidian Energy Ltd.'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.

5

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Crude Oil Extraction industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

6

Industry Benchmark

Obsidian Energy Ltd.'s score of 5 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Obsidian Energy Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Obsidian Energy Ltd. reported a total greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity of approximately 37.0 kg CO2e per barrel of oil equivalent (boe) for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects the company's commitment to monitoring and managing its carbon footprint within the mineral fuels and oils sector. Comparatively, in 2020 and 2019, the GHG intensity was about 33.0 kg CO2e per boe, indicating a slight increase in emissions intensity over the two years. However, specific absolute emissions data for these years has not been disclosed. Currently, Obsidian Energy has not established any formal reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of defined climate pledges suggests that while the company is tracking its emissions, it may need to enhance its climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability. Overall, while Obsidian Energy is actively monitoring its emissions, further action may be necessary to demonstrate a robust commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change effectively.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Obsidian Energy Ltd.'s primary industry is Crude petroleum and services related to crude oil extraction, excluding surveying, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Obsidian Energy Ltd. is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Obsidian Energy Ltd. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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