Marathon Petroleum
Marathon Petroleum Corporation, commonly referred to as Marathon Petroleum, is a leading American integrated downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. Founded in 1887, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the refining, marketing, and transportation of petroleum products across the United States and internationally. With a robust portfolio that includes refining operations, retail services, and logistics, Marathon Petroleum stands out for its commitment to operational excellence and sustainability. The company operates one of the largest refining systems in the U.S., with a capacity exceeding 3 million barrels per day, and boasts a vast network of retail locations under the Marathon brand. Recognised for its strategic acquisitions and innovative approaches, Marathon Petroleum has solidified its market position, consistently ranking among the top refiners in the nation. Its focus on efficiency and environmental stewardship further enhances its reputation in the competitive energy sector.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Marathon Petroleum's score of 26 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Marathon Petroleum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Marathon Petroleum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,800,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 33,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 400,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. Over the years, Marathon Petroleum has shown fluctuations in emissions, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at 37,700,000,000 kg CO2e in 2016 and Scope 2 emissions reaching a high of 9,000,000,000 kg CO2e in 2016 as well. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, Marathon Petroleum's emissions data highlights the significant scale of their operations and the associated environmental impact. The company operates within the mineral fuels and oils sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its role in climate change. As such, Marathon Petroleum's ongoing efforts to manage and report emissions will be critical in aligning with global climate goals and stakeholder expectations.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,010,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,140,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 42,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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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.
Marathon Petroleum 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.
