SASB Oil & Gas – Exploration & Production
SASB
Guidelines for ethical oil and gas exploration.
The SASB Oil & Gas – Exploration & Production costs $0 USD. Renewal costs $0 USD every 12 months.
Key Strengths
- Developed by SASB, now part of the IFRS Foundation, lending global credibility
- Sector-specific metrics tailored to upstream oil and gas operations
- Investor-focused materiality framework covering GHG emissions, water, and safety
- Widely adopted by major energy companies for ESG and sustainability reporting
- Aligned with TCFD and integrated into ISSB's global baseline disclosure standards
- Free to access and implement — no licensing fees for the standard itself
Ideal For
This standard is best suited for publicly traded or institutional oil and gas companies engaged in upstream exploration and production activities that need to communicate material sustainability risks to investors. It is particularly valuable for ESG reporting teams, investor relations professionals, and sustainability officers seeking to align disclosures with investor-grade frameworks. Companies seeking to attract ESG-focused institutional investors or comply with emerging disclosure regulations will find this standard highly relevant.
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2011
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