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Patriot Coal Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Patriot Coal Corporation, a prominent player in the coal industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2007, the company has established itself as a key provider of high-quality thermal and metallurgical coal, primarily serving the energy and steel production sectors. With major operations in the Appalachian region, including West Virginia and Kentucky, Patriot Coal has built a reputation for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and community engagement. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of coal products that cater to both domestic and international markets. Notably, Patriot Coal has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its operational footprint. As a result, it holds a competitive position in the market, recognised for its reliability and quality, making it a trusted partner in the energy and manufacturing industries.

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Patriot Coal Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Patriot Coal Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Furthermore, there are no documented reduction initiatives or climate commitments, such as Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or other significant climate pledges. As a result, the company lacks measurable goals or achievements related to carbon emissions reduction. In the context of the coal industry, this absence of data and commitments may reflect broader challenges faced by companies in transitioning towards more sustainable practices. Without specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is difficult to assess Patriot Coal Corporation's impact on climate change or its commitment to addressing carbon emissions.

How Carbon Intensive is Patriot Coal Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Patriot Coal Corporation's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Patriot Coal Corporation'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 Patriot Coal Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Patriot Coal Corporation'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.

Patriot Coal Corporation 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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