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Noble Corporation PLC

Common Name
Noble
Country
United States
Sector
Energy
Industry
Oil & Gas Drilling
Employees
5,000
Ticker
NE
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Description
Noble Corporation plc is a global offshore drilling contractor serving the oil and gas industry. Organized in London, England, the company operates through subsidiaries that provide contract drilling ...

Noble's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Noble 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), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Noble has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
871,060a
858,065b
597,706c
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
1,530a
1,038b
4,239c
Total Scope 3
34,070a
21,910b
N/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
284.8633a
331.4249b
422.7515c
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Verified Sources Behind Noble’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Noble's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Noble's Sustainability Report 2023
c. Noble's Annual Report 2022

Insights into Noble's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Noble amounted to 872,590 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Noble increased by 1.57%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.ab

Noble's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2022202320240250 k500 k750 k1 MtCO2e+44%+2%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Noble's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Noble were 871,060 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Noble reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Noble's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 45.73%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Noble's Scope 1 emissions increased by 1.51%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.ab

What are Noble's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Noble reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,530 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has Noble reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Noble's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 63.91%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Noble's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) rose by 47.4% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energyab

What methodology does Noble use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Noble reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

Noble's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20222023202401.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Noble's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Noble reported 34,070 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Noble includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Noble's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2023202409 k18 k27 k36 ktCO2e+55%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Noble's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Noble reported total Scope 3 emissions of 34,070 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Noble's Scope 3 emissions increased by 55.5%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.ab

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Noble disclose?

In 2024, Noble reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of Noble's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Noble's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 34,070 tCO₂e (100%)

Noble's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Business Travel(Cat. 6)(100.0%)

Insights into Noble’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Noble reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 871,060 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 3,058 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 284.86 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Noble's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2,00020,000200,0002,000,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1002001,0002,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Velesto EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 63,469 tCO2eRevenue: $M 264Scope 1 Intensity: 240.27 tCO2e/$MArabian DrillingYear: 2024Scope 1: 368,215 tCO2eRevenue: $M 964Scope 1 Intensity: 382.16 tCO2e/$MCrescent EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,685,913 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,383Scope 1 Intensity: 707.59 tCO2e/$MAlliance Resource PartnersYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,521,512 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,567Scope 1 Intensity: 982.39 tCO2e/$MOceaneering InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 30,928 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,661Scope 1 Intensity: 11.62 tCO2e/$MComstock ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 328,836 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,254Scope 1 Intensity: 262.32 tCO2e/$MCore Natural ResourcesYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,612,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,507Scope 1 Intensity: 2,637.80 tCO2e/$MCalifornia ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,467,797 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,931Scope 1 Intensity: 1,524.33 tCO2e/$MMurphy OilYear: 2024Scope 1: 986,645 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,019Scope 1 Intensity: 326.86 tCO2e/$MCNX ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 484,380 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,439Scope 1 Intensity: 336.56 tCO2e/$MLiberty EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,442,979 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,315Scope 1 Intensity: 566.14 tCO2e/$MArchrockYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,797 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,158Scope 1 Intensity: 17.10 tCO2e/$MMatador ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,368,227 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,479Scope 1 Intensity: 393.29 tCO2e/$MNational Fuel GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,508,319 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,945Scope 1 Intensity: 775.56 tCO2e/$MSM EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 887,972 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,671Scope 1 Intensity: 332.41 tCO2e/$MHess MidstreamYear: 2024Scope 1: 479,446 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,492Scope 1 Intensity: 321.37 tCO2e/$MKinetik HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,377,360 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,483Scope 1 Intensity: 1,603.15 tCO2e/$MSeadrillYear: 2023Scope 1: 436,501 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,502Scope 1 Intensity: 290.61 tCO2e/$MNabors IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,057,668 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,930Scope 1 Intensity: 360.96 tCO2e/$MADES Holding Company ListedYear: 2024Scope 1: 526,210 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,650Scope 1 Intensity: 318.82 tCO2e/$MTransoceanYear: 2024Scope 1: 89,209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,524Scope 1 Intensity: 25.31 tCO2e/$MValarisYear: 2024Scope 1: 766,180 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,363Scope 1 Intensity: 324.30 tCO2e/$MHelmerich and PayneYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,036,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,757Scope 1 Intensity: 375.82 tCO2e/$MNobleYear: 2024Scope 1: 871,060 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,058Scope 1 Intensity: 284.86 tCO2e/$M

How does Noble's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Noble reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 284.86 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 336.56, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Noble rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Noble ranked 6 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

Noble is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Noble's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Noble reported a total carbon footprint of 906,660 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.91% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab

The largest contributor to Noble's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 96.07% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 3.76%.a

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