Whitecap Resources Inc., headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is a prominent player in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Founded in 2008, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including Alberta and Saskatchewan, establishing a strong presence in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas. Specialising in the acquisition and development of high-quality assets, Whitecap Resources is known for its commitment to sustainable practices and operational efficiency. The company focuses on producing light oil and natural gas liquids, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance recovery rates and minimise environmental impact. With a robust portfolio and a reputation for reliability, Whitecap Resources has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. As a leader in the energy sector, the company continues to prioritise innovation and sustainability, setting benchmarks for excellence in the industry.
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In 2021, Whitecap Resources reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,973,079,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,283,119,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 686,951,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. For the years leading up to 2021, emissions have shown variability, with 2020 emissions at about 1,195,607,000 kg CO2e (693,224,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 502,383,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2) and 2019 emissions at approximately 1,384,142,000 kg CO2e (861,263,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 522,879,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2). Despite the emissions data, Whitecap Resources has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they reported any SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets. The company is actively engaged in climate-related disclosures through the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) but lacks formalised reduction initiatives or pledges. Overall, while Whitecap Resources has provided emissions data for several years, their climate commitments appear limited, with no significant reduction targets currently in place.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 72,288,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 221,606,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Whitecap Resources 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.