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Gran Tierra Energy

Gran Tierra Energy Inc., a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta (CA). Founded in 2003, the company has established a strong operational presence in Colombia and Ecuador, focusing on exploration and production activities. Gran Tierra is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and efficient resource management, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company’s core services include oil exploration, production, and development, with a particular emphasis on enhancing recovery techniques. Gran Tierra Energy has achieved significant milestones, including successful drilling campaigns and strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. With a dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship, Gran Tierra continues to make strides in the energy sector, positioning itself as a leader in responsible oil production.

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Industry Average

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Industry Benchmark

Gran Tierra Energy's score of 19 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gran Tierra Energy's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Gran Tierra Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 450,519,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 273,975,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses direct emissions from operations, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 176,544,000 kg CO2e, representing indirect emissions from purchased electricity. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled 450,519,000 kg CO2e, resulting in an emissions intensity of about 32,020 kg CO2e per barrel of oil equivalent (BOE). Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of around 392,374,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 258,406,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 133,968,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Gran Tierra Energy has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the energy sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Gran Tierra Energy's future commitments will be crucial in addressing climate change and reducing emissions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gran Tierra Energy's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Gran Tierra Energy is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Gran Tierra 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.

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