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.
-11 vs industry average
API’s score of 21 is lower than 47% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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API's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, the American Petroleum Institute (API), headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28.5 billion kg CO2e. This figure encompasses emissions across all scopes, with Scope 1 emissions at about 525.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 75.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 28.4 billion kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from the use of sold products, which accounted for approximately 23.5 billion kg CO2e. API has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. There are no documented climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) targets associated with the organisation. Furthermore, emissions data is not cascaded from any parent or related organisation, indicating that API's reported figures are independently sourced. The organisation's emissions data reflects its operational impact and highlights the need for ongoing assessment and potential future commitments to address climate change effectively.
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API’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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