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.
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Kinder Morgan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kinder Morgan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,917,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 15,400,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,100,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, from 2021 to 2023, the company achieved an 8% reduction in methane emissions and a 13% decrease in methane emission intensity. Looking ahead, Kinder Morgan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company acknowledges that carbon capture technology will be essential to meet these long-term reduction goals. These initiatives reflect Kinder Morgan's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the energy sector.
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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 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kinder Morgan is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
