Public Profile

Patriot Coal Corporation

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Patriot Coal Corporation'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Patriot Coal Corporation's score of 3 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Patriot Coal Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Patriot Coal Corporation currently does not have available carbon emissions data, as no specific figures have been provided for recent years. Consequently, there are no reported emissions in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3. Additionally, the company has not outlined any formal reduction targets or climate commitments, which limits the ability to assess their initiatives in addressing climate change. In the context of the coal industry, companies are increasingly recognising the importance of reducing carbon footprints and committing to sustainability practices. However, without specific data or commitments from Patriot Coal Corporation, it is challenging to evaluate their position on climate action or their contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Industry emissions intensity

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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.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Patriot Coal Corporation is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Patriot Coal Corporation 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.

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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