Savannah Energy PLC
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2021, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:12.8 tonnes CO2/boe
ESG Focus Areas
- carbon intensity
- diversity
- local content
- HSE performance
- socio-economic prosperity
- tax transparency and contribution
- community engagement and development
- local content and responsible procurement
- health and safety
- security and human rights
- workforce culture and engagement
- training and development
- diversity and equality
- GHG emissions
- biodiversity
- water management
Environmental Achievements
- Industry leading carbon intensity
Social Achievements
- Total contributions of US$49.3m (up 40% versus FY 2019)
- Senior management female gender diversity increased to 35% (from 25% in 2019)
- Lost Time Injury Rate (LTIR) and Total Recordable Injury Rate (TRIR) reduced by 24% and 12% respectively
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Increased investment in the training and development of our people
- Roll out enhanced sustainability reporting and performance framework across the Group
Short-term Goals:
- Progress the Compression Project in Nigeria for completion in 2022
- Drill an additional gas supply well on the Uquo Field
- Deliver first gas to FIPL Afam
- Finalise the new Niger PSC contractual and commercial framework
- Progress the R3 East development
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Local content and responsible procurement
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UN SDGs
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Strategy anchored around the 13 most relevant UN SDGs to Savannah
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:108,778 tonnes of CO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:108,778 tonnes of CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:88.2 tonnes of CO2e
Total Energy Consumption:164,638 kWh (UK)
Water Consumption:5,359 m3
Carbon Intensity:13.3 kg CO2e/boe
ESG Focus Areas
- Socio-economic prosperity
- Safe and secure operations
- Supporting and developing our people
- Respecting the environment
Environmental Achievements
- Zero hydrocarbon spills
- Reduced carbon intensity to 13.3 kg CO2e/boe (from 12.8 in 2020)
Social Achievements
- Total direct socio-economic contributions increased by 12% to US$55.1 million
- Increased investment in eight social impact projects by 53% to US$246,000
- Spent US$26.2 million with local suppliers and contractors (up 57%)
- 99% of employees in Nigeria and 100% in Niger were local
- Zero Covid-19 cases at operational sites
Governance Achievements
- Shortlisted for “ESG Initiative of the Year” at the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland Awards
- Shortlisted for “Best ESG Materiality Reporting (Small Cap)” at the IR Magazine Awards – Europe 2022
- Implemented a digital tool to track key sustainability indicators
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Improve the performance and efficiency of the gas compressor at Uquo in Nigeria
Short-term Goals:
- Develop targeted socio-economic impact metrics for 2023
- Set targets for relevant sustainability KPIs in all areas
Environmental Challenges
- Increased GHG emissions due to increased production
- Covid-19 pandemic disruptions
Mitigation Strategies
- Focus on reducing flaring (contributing to over 50% of Scope 1 emissions)
- Implementation of Covid-19 protocols
- Developing renewable energy projects
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 168 suppliers screened, 100% re-appointed
Responsible Procurement
- Global procurement policy ensuring all contractors and suppliers meet the same standards
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UN SDGs
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 1
- SDG 3
- SDG 4
- SDG 8
- SDG 13
The report details how various initiatives contribute to these goals.
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:70,741 tCO2e/year (Scope 1)
Scope 1 Emissions:70,741 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:63 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:139,650 kWh/year (UK)
Water Consumption:10,592 m3/year
Carbon Intensity:10.7 kg CO2e/boe (Scope 1)
ESG Focus Areas
- Promoting socio-economic prosperity
- Ensuring safe and secure operations
- Supporting and developing our people
- Respecting the environment
Environmental Achievements
- Total direct GHG emissions (Scope 1) remained stable at 70,741 tonnes of CO2e (2022: 71,543 tonnes of CO2e)
- Zero operational hydrocarbon spills (2022: zero)
Social Achievements
- Launched Savannah Energy Education and Internship Training programme, granting full university education scholarships to 50 students
- Spent US$23.5 million in 2023 with local suppliers and contractors in Nigeria and Niger
Governance Achievements
- Board approved the transfer of risk responsibilities from the Audit and Risk Committee to the Health, Safety, Environment, Security and Risk (“HSES&R”) Committee
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Develop carbon and energy management plans for other operational assets in Nigeria
- Grow renewable energy portfolio to 1 GW+ by end 2024 and 2 GW+ by end 2026
Short-term Goals:
- Develop targeted socio-economic impact metrics
- Commence implementation of carbon and energy management plan for Stubb Creek
Environmental Challenges
- Delayed release of regulations guiding the implementation of Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs) in Nigeria
- Political events in Niger affected the delivery of social impact projects
- Increased fees for flaring in Nigeria due to new regulations
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed carbon and energy management plan to minimize flaring at Stubb Creek
- Planning to develop similar plans for other operational assets in Nigeria
- Implementing the new Gas Flaring, Venting and Methane Emissions (Prevention of Waste and Pollution) Regulations 2023 in Nigeria
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Global procurement policy ensuring contractors and suppliers meet same standards; centralised vendor performance management system
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather (flooding, extreme heat, water stress)
Transition Risks
- Restricted access to capital
- Carbon taxation
- Reduced demand for hydrocarbons
- Reputational damage
Opportunities
- Increased demand for gas
- Development of renewable energy projects
- Carbon credits
- CCUS
- Hydrogen production
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: TCFD, SASB, GRI, UN SDGs
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 1
- Goal 3
- Goal 4
- Goal 6
- Goal 7
- Goal 8
- Goal 9
- Goal 10
- Goal 11
- Goal 13
- Goal 16
Initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and projects