API Sustainability Profile
The American Petroleum Institute (API), headquartered in the United States, is a leading trade association representing the oil and natural gas industry. Founded in 1919, API has played a pivotal role in establishing industry standards and advocating for policies that promote energy development and environmental stewardship. With a strong presence across North America, API focuses on various sectors, including exploration, production, refining, and distribution. API's core offerings include comprehensive industry standards, certification programmes, and advocacy initiatives that set it apart in the energy sector. The organisation is recognised for its influential role in shaping energy policy and promoting safety and sustainability within the industry. As a trusted voice for its members, API continues to drive innovation and excellence, solidifying its position as a key player in the global energy landscape.
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How does API'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
Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
API's score of 30 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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API's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, the American Petroleum Institute (API) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,450,851,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99% of the total. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 525,903,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 75,074,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions revealed that the use of sold products was the largest contributor, at about 23,507,762,000 kg CO2e, followed by purchased goods and services at approximately 4,415,439,000 kg CO2e. API has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The organisation does not appear to have cascaded data from a parent company, and all reported emissions data is directly attributed to API itself. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, API's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of its operations, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, underscoring the importance of comprehensive strategies to address climate change effectively.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,408,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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API's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
API's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 98% last year and decreased by approximately 98% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 83% of Scope 3 emissions.
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API's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
API has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
