ADNOC Drilling is accelerating its decarbonization journey through the disciplined execution of its Sustainability Strategy 2021-2030, supporting ADNOC’s ambition to be among the world’s lowest-carbon energy producers. The Company has reduced Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by approximately 25% against its 2019 baseline, from 229 to 172 tCO₂e per million US dollars of revenue ahead of its 2030 target. This milestone marks a shift from target attainment to target sustainment, ensuring emissions intensity performance remains at or below achieved levels while pursuing further decarbonization opportunities, in support of ADNOC’s Net Zero by 2045 ambition.
Decarbonization efforts are supported by climate risk assessments, lower-carbon energy solutions, AI-driven efficiencies, and sustainability-focused governance. Sustainability targets remain embedded in ADNOC Drilling's corporate scorecard to drive accountability and long-term value creation.
Solar system to provide hybrid solution with diesel generators to cover energy demand and reduce GHG emissions and save up to 15% fuel consumption.
Further, we installed solar-powered LED streetlights at Central Camps, Mobile Camps & BAO to minimize GHG emissions by reducing energy consumption.
In advancing our decarbonization efforts, we achieved significant milestones in electrifying our operations. A notable initiative is transitioning central camps from diesel to cleaner energy sources by commencing the procurement of power from TAQA and ADNOC Onshore. The Madinat Zayed camp electrification project has resulted in significant fuel savings by substituting 302,355 USG of diesel with an electrical power source. This reflected in reducing our carbon footprint by more than 55% through the abatement of 1,875 tCO2e in 2024.
We implemented a new Energy Monitoring System to optimize energy usage across 16 hybrid rigs by monitoring real-time energy consumption and adjusting the power supply as needed. During high-power-demand situations, the system disconnects engines not required for load support, minimizing unnecessary fuel use. This system reduces energy intensity, carbon emissions, and fuel consumption while improving the performance of engines and batteries. This system is expected to reduce emissions by up to 5.4% per rig.
We equipped 16 hybrid rigs with high-capacity batteries and engine automation to optimize energy use and reduce emissions. These systems combine batteries with energy storage solutions, providing instant extra power during demand surges while lowering noise levels for rig crews and surrounding areas. This hybrid power solution is expected to reduce emissions by up to 4.6% per rig.