Talos Energy
Talos Energy, a prominent player in the US energy sector, is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with significant operations in the Gulf of Mexico. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, focusing on offshore resources. Talos Energy is renowned for its innovative approach to energy extraction, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. The company’s core services include the acquisition, exploration, and development of oil and gas properties, with a commitment to responsible resource management. With a strong market position, Talos Energy has achieved notable milestones, including successful drilling projects and strategic partnerships that bolster its growth trajectory. As a forward-thinking entity in the energy industry, Talos Energy continues to set benchmarks for excellence and environmental stewardship.
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Talos Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Talos Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,370,261,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 646,908,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,195,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 3,722,358,000 kg CO2e, which arise from the value chain, including categories such as business travel and employee commuting. Talos Energy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity by 2025, using 2018 levels as a baseline. This target includes a stretch goal of a 40% reduction. Notably, between 2020 and 2021, the company achieved an 8.6% decrease in Scope 1 emissions intensity, positioning itself in the top 20% of peers for this metric. Additionally, Talos has established a medium-term goal to reduce its absolute GHG emissions by 15% from a 2022 baseline by 2030. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the oil and gas sector. Overall, Talos Energy's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a clear strategy towards sustainability and emissions reduction, aligning with industry standards and expectations.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 549,088,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,636,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Talos Energy 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.
