Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P., commonly referred to as Kinder Morgan, is a leading North American energy infrastructure company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1997, Kinder Morgan has established a robust presence in key operational regions, including the United States and Canada, focusing primarily on the transportation and storage of natural gas, crude oil, and refined petroleum products. The company is renowned for its extensive network of pipelines and terminals, which are integral to the energy supply chain. Kinder Morgan's commitment to safety and environmental stewardship sets it apart in the industry, making it a trusted partner for energy needs. With a strong market position, Kinder Morgan has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, reflecting its pivotal role in the energy sector.
How does Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P.'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.
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In 2018, Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 16,033,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 68,201,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 1,926,589,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a continued reliance on fossil fuels and highlights the challenges the company faces in reducing its carbon footprint. The previous year, 2017, saw emissions of approximately 16,375,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 79,924,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 2,209,674,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2016, the figures were approximately 9,869,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 68,898,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 1,284,945,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Despite these substantial emissions, Kinder Morgan has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments may reflect broader industry trends, where many companies are still grappling with the transition to lower-carbon operations. Overall, Kinder Morgan's emissions data underscores the need for enhanced climate strategies and commitments to address the growing concerns surrounding carbon emissions and climate change.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,869,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 68,898,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,284,945,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. 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.