ADNOC: Decarbonizing our operations

THE CHALLENGE

ADNOC aims to achieve net zero operational emissions by 2045 and reduce carbon intensity by 25% by 2030. The company focuses on energy efficiency, zero routine flaring, methane emission reductions, electrification using nuclear and solar energy, and carbon capture and storage technologies.

THE SOLUTION

In 2023, ADNOC reduced its scope 1 and 2 emissions by 6.2 million tCO2e, with 4.8 million tonnes from clean grid energy. Its upstream GHG intensity was ~7kg CO2e/boe, among the lowest in the industry. The company established a zero routine flaring policy in the 2000s, is a signatory to the World Bank’s Zero Routine Flaring by 2030 Initiative and aims to eliminate routine flaring by 2030. The World Bank Global Gas Flaring Tracker Report lists the UAE as having one of the lowest flare volumes and intensities among oil and gas producers.

ADNOC’s energy management system includes technology and AI deployment, operational improvements, waste heat recovery, renewable energy use, and efficient equipment. The Panorama Digital Command Center has saved 15% in energy expenditure since 2017. In 2023, ADNOC achieved 900 ktCO2e reductions from energy efficiency initiatives and aims for a 5% improvement by 2025. ADNOC is decarbonizing offshore operations with a $3.8 billion sub-sea transmission network with TAQA, expected to reduce the offshore carbon footprint by up to 50% by 2026. On-site solar panels at service stations generated over 20,667 MWh of solar energy in 2023.

Aiming for Near-Zero Upstream Methane Emissions by 2030

Aim to implement the action and practices needed to achieve near-zero methane emissions by 2030 at upstream operations under their control and, as applicable, engage with joint operating partners to achieve near-zero methane emissions.

EXPANDING IMPACT

ADNOC is leveraging technology and AI to build the future energy system, generating $500 million in value and abating up to 1 million tonnes of CO2 emissions between 2022 and 2023.

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