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Kirby

Kirby Corporation, commonly referred to as Kirby, is a leading player in the marine transportation and diesel engine services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including the Gulf Coast and inland waterways, specialising in the transportation of bulk liquids and providing comprehensive repair services for diesel engines. Kirby's core offerings include a diverse fleet of towboats and barges, alongside a robust portfolio of engine services that set them apart in the market. With a commitment to safety and efficiency, Kirby has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the energy and industrial sectors. The company’s dedication to innovation and customer service has earned it a reputation as a leader in the marine and diesel service industries.

DitchCarbon Score

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38

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Kirby's score of 38 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kirby's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kirby reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,296,800,000 kg CO2e, comprising 770,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 523,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 1,259,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 812,200,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,800,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 444,200,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Kirby has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with significant figures such as 804,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 815,100,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Kirby's emissions data reflects its operations in the mineral fuels and oils sector, where it has reported relative CO2e emissions per barrel of capacity, with figures ranging from 76,000 kg CO2e to 100,000 kg CO2e per barrel across various years. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that Kirby may need to enhance its climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
13,600,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kirby's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kirby is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Kirby 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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