Kinder Morgan Sustainability Profile
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 2024, Kinder Morgan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,400,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. For the previous year, 2023, Kinder Morgan's emissions were similar, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,400,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,200,000,000 kg CO2e, leading to a combined total of around 18,600,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In the near term, Kinder Morgan has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, from 2021 to 2023, the company successfully reduced methane emissions by 8% and methane emission intensity by 13%. These targets are part of Kinder Morgan's broader strategy to address climate change and align with industry standards, including commitments validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company acknowledges that carbon capture technology will be essential to meet its long-term emission reduction goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Kinder Morgan'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.
Kinder Morgan has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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