Kinder Morgan
Kinder Morgan, Inc., a leading energy infrastructure company headquartered in the United States, has established itself as a key player in the natural gas and petroleum sectors since its founding in 1997. With a strong operational presence across North America, particularly in major regions such as Texas and Canada, Kinder Morgan focuses on the transportation, storage, and distribution of energy products. The company’s core services include the management of extensive pipeline networks and terminal facilities, which are vital for the efficient movement of hydrocarbons. Kinder Morgan is recognised for its commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, setting it apart in a competitive market. As one of the largest energy infrastructure firms in North America, Kinder Morgan continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a trusted provider in the energy industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Kinder Morgan'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
Kinder Morgan's score of 20 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kinder Morgan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kinder Morgan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, which includes direct emissions from their operations, and approximately 3,100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, which covers indirect emissions from purchased electricity. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reached about 18,600,000,000 kg CO2e. In previous years, Kinder Morgan's emissions have shown fluctuations. For instance, in 2022, the company emitted approximately 14,800,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 3,200,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, resulting in a total of around 18,000,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the figures were similar, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 15,300,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 3,100,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these substantial emissions, Kinder Morgan has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced transparency and commitment to climate action within the industry context. As a major player in the energy sector, Kinder Morgan's climate commitments and strategies will be crucial in addressing the growing concerns surrounding carbon emissions and climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,100,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,400,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Kinder Morgan 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.
