Marathon Petroleum
Marathon Petroleum Corporation, commonly referred to as Marathon Petroleum, is a leading American integrated downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. Founded in 1887, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the refining, marketing, and transportation of petroleum products across the United States and internationally. With a robust portfolio that includes refining operations, retail services, and logistics, Marathon Petroleum stands out for its commitment to operational excellence and sustainability. The company operates one of the largest refining systems in the U.S., with a capacity exceeding 3 million barrels per day, and boasts a vast network of retail locations under the Marathon brand. Recognised for its strategic acquisitions and innovative approaches, Marathon Petroleum has solidified its market position, consistently ranking among the top refiners in the nation. Its focus on efficiency and environmental stewardship further enhances its reputation in the competitive energy sector.
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Marathon Petroleum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Marathon Petroleum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,800,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 33,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 400,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Over the years, Marathon Petroleum has demonstrated a trend of fluctuating emissions. For instance, in 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 40,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 33,700,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 6,700,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 404,000,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating the significant impact of their product use. Despite the substantial emissions figures, Marathon Petroleum has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon emissions. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term climate commitments and strategies to mitigate their environmental impact. Overall, Marathon Petroleum's emissions data highlights the scale of their operations and the importance of ongoing efforts to address climate change within the fossil fuel industry.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,010,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,140,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 42,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Marathon Petroleum is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
