Golar LNG Ltd
Golar LNG's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Golar LNG completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources) and Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy).
However, Golar LNG has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Golar LNG's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Golar LNG amounted to 584,794 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Golar LNG decreased by 15.75%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Golar LNG's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Golar LNG's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Golar LNG were 584,778 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Golar LNG reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, Golar LNG's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 69.93%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Golar LNG's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 15.75%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Golar LNG's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Golar LNG reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 41 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 16 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has Golar LNG reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2022), Golar LNG's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 68.63% in 2023, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a
What methodology does Golar LNG use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Golar LNG reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
Golar LNG's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Golar LNG’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Golar LNG reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 584,778 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 298 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,959.52 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Golar LNG's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Golar LNG's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Golar LNG reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,959.52 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 516.07, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Golar LNG rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Golar LNG ranked 20 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Golar LNG among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a