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Marathon Oil Corporation, a prominent player in the oil seeds industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1887, the company has established itself as a leader in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, with significant operations in key regions such as the Permian Basin and the Eagle Ford Shale.
Marathon Oil focuses on delivering high-quality crude oil and natural gas liquids, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability. The company is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence and innovation, which has positioned it favourably in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, Marathon Oil continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a responsible industry leader.
+9 vs industry average
Marathon Oil’s score of 13 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Oil Seeds is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Oil Seeds industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Marathon Oil reported approximately 45.3 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2022. This includes about 3.17 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 190 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 42.05 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, specifically from the use of sold products.
Looking back, in 2021, total emissions were around 46.29 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 3.53 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 180 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 (use of sold products) at approximately 42.58 billion kg CO2e. In 2020, Marathon Oil's Scope 1 emissions were about 4.24 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 200 million kg CO2e. For 2019, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 6.47 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 180 million kg CO2e.
Marathon Oil has set several climate commitments. The company aimed to cut the carbon intensity of its operations (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 50% by 2020, against a 2009 baseline. They also have a long-term goal to achieve an 80% reduction in Methane Intensity (Scope 1 & 2) by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Marathon Oil is targeting a 60% reduction in Methane Intensity (Scope 1 & 2) by 2025 from a 2019 baseline. The company also states that achieving its long-term GHG intensity reduction goal would imply an absolute GHG emissions reduction of approximately 75% relative to its 2019 baseline by 2030.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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