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Transocean Ltd

Common Name
Transocean
Country
Switzerland
Sector
Energy
Industry
Oil & Gas Drilling
Employees
5,220
Ticker
RIG
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Description
Transocean Ltd. is an offshore contract drilling company that provides drilling services for oil and gas wells worldwide. The company specializes in operating mobile offshore drilling units, with a fl...

Transocean's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Transocean 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).

Transocean 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
89,209a
124,514a
N/A
Total Scope 2
Location-Based
1,849a
1,914a
2,072b
Total Scope 3
930,109a
870,079a
24,215b
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
25.3147a
43.9668a
N/A
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a. Transocean's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Transocean's Sustainability Report 2022
c. Transocean's Sustainability Report 2020

Insights into Transocean's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Transocean amounted to 91,058 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 Transocean decreased by 27.98%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Transocean's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202320240300 k600 k900 k1.2 MtCO2e-6%-88%-28%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Transocean's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Transocean were 89,209 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Transocean reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Transocean's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 92.2%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Transocean's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 28.35%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Transocean's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Transocean reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,849 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Transocean reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), Transocean's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Transocean's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Transocean use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Transocean reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a

Transocean's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202408501.7 k2.55 k3.4 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based

Insights into Transocean's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Transocean reported 930,109 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 Transocean 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

Transocean's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240250 k500 k750 k1 MtCO2e-32%-31%+58%+3493%+7%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Transocean's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Transocean reported total Scope 3 emissions of 930,109 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

Has Transocean reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Transocean's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 2,721.42%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Transocean's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Transocean's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Transocean disclose?

In 2024, Transocean 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 Transocean's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 36,053 tCO₂e (100%)

Transocean's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Business Travel(Cat. 6)(100.0%)

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

In 2024, Transocean reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 89,209 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 3,524 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 25.31 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Transocean's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2002,00020,000200,0005,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502005002,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Ems Chemie HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 22,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,287Scope 1 Intensity: 9.62 tCO2e/$MBeOne MedicinesYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,547 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,810Scope 1 Intensity: 0.93 tCO2e/$MGalderma GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,117Scope 1 Intensity: 1.85 tCO2e/$MDormakaba HoldingYear: 2025Scope 1: 27,199 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,620Scope 1 Intensity: 7.51 tCO2e/$MClariantYear: 2025Scope 1: 248,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,942Scope 1 Intensity: 50.19 tCO2e/$MStadler RailYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,986 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,595Scope 1 Intensity: 4.72 tCO2e/$MSunrise CommunicationsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,204 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,332Scope 1 Intensity: 0.36 tCO2e/$MBucher IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 40,364 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,678Scope 1 Intensity: 10.97 tCO2e/$MGeorg FischerYear: 2025Scope 1: 72,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,785Scope 1 Intensity: 19.02 tCO2e/$MGalenicaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,546 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,330Scope 1 Intensity: 1.51 tCO2e/$MSulzerYear: 2025Scope 1: 12,500 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,488Scope 1 Intensity: 2.79 tCO2e/$MEmmiYear: 2025Scope 1: 117,298 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,990Scope 1 Intensity: 19.58 tCO2e/$MEfg InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 556 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,642Scope 1 Intensity: 0.34 tCO2e/$MSIG GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 20,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,819Scope 1 Intensity: 5.34 tCO2e/$MSFS GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 26,749 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,368Scope 1 Intensity: 7.94 tCO2e/$MAdnoc DrillingYear: 2024Scope 1: 748,879 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,034Scope 1 Intensity: 185.63 tCO2e/$MDolphin DrillingYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,411 tCO2eRevenue: $M 97Scope 1 Intensity: 479.16 tCO2e/$MVelesto EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 63,469 tCO2eRevenue: $M 264Scope 1 Intensity: 240.27 tCO2e/$MArabian DrillingYear: 2024Scope 1: 368,215 tCO2eRevenue: $M 964Scope 1 Intensity: 382.16 tCO2e/$MSeadrillYear: 2023Scope 1: 436,501 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,502Scope 1 Intensity: 290.61 tCO2e/$MADES Holding Company ListedYear: 2024Scope 1: 526,210 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,650Scope 1 Intensity: 318.82 tCO2e/$MNabors IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,057,668 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,930Scope 1 Intensity: 360.96 tCO2e/$MHelmerich and PayneYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,036,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,757Scope 1 Intensity: 375.82 tCO2e/$MNobleYear: 2024Scope 1: 871,060 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,058Scope 1 Intensity: 284.86 tCO2e/$MValarisYear: 2024Scope 1: 766,180 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,363Scope 1 Intensity: 324.30 tCO2e/$MTransoceanYear: 2024Scope 1: 89,209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,524Scope 1 Intensity: 25.31 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Transocean reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 25.31 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 19.02, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2024, Transocean ranked 15 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Transocean's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Transocean reported a total carbon footprint of 1,021,167 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.47% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Transocean's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 91.08% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 8.74%.a

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