- Energy crisis in Africa (lack of access to energy and clean cooking fuels).
- Climate change and emissions.
- Transition risks (government policies, legal actions, technology shifts, market changes).
- Physical risks (extreme weather events, sea level rises).
Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Kosmos Energy Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 944.0K tCO2e (Scope 1 Equity) + 8425415 tCO2e (Scope 3 Category 11) in 2023. By scope: Scope 1: 23.9K tCO2e/year (operated) in 2023; Scope 2: 1.0K tCO2e/year (operated) in 2023; Scope 3: 8.4M tCO2e/year (Category 11) in 2023. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
944.0K tCO2e (Scope 1 Equity) + 8425415 tCO2e (Scope 3 Category 11) in 2023
2023
Water Usage
3.0K m3/year (2023)
2023
Waste
872 tons (hazardous) + 107 m3 (non-hazardous) in 2023
2023
Energy Use
100.8K MWh/year (2023)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 23.9K tCO2e/year (operated) in 2023 |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.0K tCO2e/year (operated) in 2023 |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 8.4M tCO2e/year (Category 11) in 2023 |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 944.0K tCO2e (Scope 1 Equity) + 8425415 tCO2e (Scope 3 Category 11) in 2023 |
| 2022 | 927.6K tCO2e (equity share) |
| 2021 | 36.0K tonnes CO2e (2021) |
| 2019-2020 | 39.1K tonnes CO2e (Scope 1) + 1330 tonnes CO2e (Scope 2) in 2019 |
| 2018 | 75.5K tCO2e/year (Greenhouse Gases) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Maintained carbon neutrality for operated Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for the third consecutive year.
- Announced a new near-term target to reduce Scope 1 equity emissions by 25% in 2026 from a 2022 baseline.
- Disclosed Scope 3 category 11 (use of sold products) emissions using the GHG Protocol and Ipieca guidance.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 equity emissions 25% by 2026 (from 2022 baseline).
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve and maintain top quartile carbon intensity in both oil and gas portfolios.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change & the Energy TransitionOur PeopleCommunitiesHuman RightsHealth & SafetyEthics