Williams Companies
Williams Companies, Inc., commonly referred to as Williams, is a leading player in the energy sector, headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. Founded in 1908, the company has established itself as a key provider of natural gas infrastructure, primarily focusing on the transportation and processing of natural gas and natural gas liquids. With extensive operations across the United States, Williams is renowned for its innovative pipeline systems and processing facilities, which are integral to the energy supply chain. The company’s commitment to safety and sustainability sets it apart in the industry, positioning it as a trusted partner in energy delivery. Williams has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its Transco pipeline, which is one of the largest-volume natural gas pipelines in the country. This strategic positioning underscores Williams' role as a vital contributor to the energy landscape, ensuring reliable access to natural gas for millions of consumers.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Williams Companies's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Williams Companies's score of 18 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Williams Companies's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Williams Companies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,460,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,640,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,810,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Over the years, Williams has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with a notable total of about 13,740,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019, which included significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, amounting to 13,480,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, Williams Companies continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact within the energy sector. The absence of specific reduction commitments suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate strategy and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,300,000,000 | 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 | - | - | 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 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Williams Companies 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.
