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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In 2023, Marathon Petroleum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 400,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 39,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 30% below 2014 levels by 2030. Additionally, they aim for a 50% reduction in methane emissions intensity from 2016 levels by 2025. For nitrogen oxides (NOx), Marathon Petroleum is striving for a 20% reduction by 2025, aiming for an overall reduction of approximately 49% from 2017 levels. Marathon Petroleum's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from their own disclosures. The company continues to focus on enhancing sustainability practices while addressing the significant challenges posed by climate change.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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