MPLX LP
MPLX LP, a prominent player in the midstream energy sector, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across key regions including the Midwest and Gulf Coast. Founded in 2012, MPLX has rapidly established itself as a leader in the transportation and storage of crude oil and refined petroleum products, leveraging its extensive pipeline network and logistics capabilities. The company offers a diverse range of services, including crude oil transportation, natural gas processing, and NGL fractionation, distinguished by its commitment to safety and operational efficiency. MPLX's strategic positioning in the market is underscored by its robust infrastructure and a strong focus on sustainability, making it a trusted partner in the energy industry. With a track record of growth and innovation, MPLX continues to play a vital role in meeting the energy needs of the nation.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
MPLX LP's score of 13 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
MPLX LP's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, MPLX LP reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 32,200,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products, amounting to approximately 771,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, MPLX has shown a trend of decreasing emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 2. For instance, in 2019, Scope 1 emissions were about 36,800,000,000 kg CO2e, which decreased to 32,200,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions remained stable at around 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e from 2019 to 2020. Despite these figures, MPLX has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the context of the oil and gas industry, which faces increasing scrutiny regarding carbon emissions and climate impact. MPLX's emissions data reflects its operational footprint and highlights the ongoing challenges and responsibilities within the energy sector to address climate change effectively.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 37,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,000,000,000 | 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 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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MPLX LP 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.
