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Crude Oil Extraction
US
updated a month ago

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P. Sustainability Profile

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MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P., a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily in key regions such as the Appalachian Basin and the Permian Basin. Founded in 1988, the company has established itself as a leader in natural gas processing and transportation, offering a comprehensive suite of midstream services. Specialising in the gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas, MarkWest Energy Partners distinguishes itself through its innovative infrastructure and commitment to operational excellence. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its market position. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, MarkWest continues to play a vital role in the energy landscape, contributing to the growing demand for reliable energy solutions.

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How does MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

5

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Crude Oil Extraction 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s score of 5 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28%

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MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from MPLX LP

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of MPLX LP, which may influence its climate-related initiatives and reporting. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, MarkWest Energy Partners is part of a broader corporate family that may have climate commitments and reduction targets. However, no specific reduction initiatives or targets have been documented for MarkWest Energy Partners, including those from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As a subsidiary, any climate performance metrics or commitments may be inherited from MPLX LP, but specific details regarding these initiatives are not provided. Therefore, while MarkWest Energy Partners is positioned within the energy sector, its current climate commitments and emissions data remain unspecified.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
32,200,000,000
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Scope 2
8,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
352,000,000,000
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000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s primary industry is Crude petroleum and services related to crude oil extraction, excluding surveying, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s Location?

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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. This request for MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 15% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
100%

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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