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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Marathon Petroleum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Marathon Petroleum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, with approximately 400,000,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to the use of sold products. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reached about 39,800,000,000 kg CO2e. Marathon Petroleum has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 2030, based on 2014 levels. Additionally, they are targeting a 20% reduction in nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions by 2025, striving for an overall reduction of approximately 49% from 2017 levels. The company also aims for a 5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions (category 11) by 2030 from 2019 levels. These commitments reflect Marathon Petroleum's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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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 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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