- Climate-related risks including extreme weather, regulatory changes, market shifts, and reputational damage.
- Supply chain disruptions due to various factors.
- Water stress in operating locations.
Weatherford International plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Weatherford International plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 179.2K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 116.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 63.0K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 710.5K tCO2e/year. 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
179.2K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Water Usage
489 million liters/year
2023
Waste
37.3K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
664.0K MWh/year (Scope 1 & 2)
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). | 116.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 63.0K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 710.5K tCO2e/year |
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 | 179.2K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 energy consumption by 27% compared to 2019.
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity by 23% compared to 2019.
- Reduced waste generated by 37% compared to 2019.
- Reduced water use by 27% compared to 2019.
- Completed a climate risk and opportunity assessment aligned with the TCFD framework.
- Established a tactical 2050 Scope 1 & 2 Roadmap.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase Unconscious Bias Training to 100% of target audience.
- Implementation and deployment of new HCM system globally.
- Build a pipeline of internal talent to meet future operational needs.
📅 Medium-term
- Launch and embed the Oracle HCM Program.
- Align employee development programs with the latest trends and best practices.
- Introduce a new mentorship program.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-Zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeEnergy UseSupply Chain RiskCyber & Data SecurityCompliance & Business EthicsDiversity, Equity & InclusionHealth, Safety & WellnessTalent Attraction, Development and RetentionImpact of Energy Transition on the Business ModelWaste and water ManagementPublic PolicyHuman RightsBiodiversity