Canadian Natural Resources Ltd.
Industry Group: Oil & Gas Producers
Country/Region: Canada
Identifier: TSE:CNQ
Canadian Natural Resources is one of the largest oil and natural gas producers in western Canada, supplemented by operations in the North Sea and Offshore Africa. The company’s portfolio includes light and medium oil, heavy oil, bitumen, synthetic oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas. Production averaged 1.16 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2020, and the company estimates that it holds over 11.5 billion boe of proven and probable crude oil and natural gas reserves.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Oil & Gas Producers 40 out of 244
Universe
Global Universe 10691 out of 14448
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. |
33.4
High
|
40 out of 244 |
| ConocoPhillips |
34.9
High
|
49 out of 244 |
| EOG Resources, Inc. |
36.3
High
|
55 out of 244 |
| Pioneer Natural Resources Co. |
36.7
High
|
64 out of 244 |
| CNOOC Ltd. |
43.3
Severe
|
112 out of 244 |
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