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Williams Companies

Williams Companies, Inc., commonly referred to as Williams, is a leading player in the energy sector, headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. Founded in 1908, the company has established itself as a key provider of natural gas infrastructure, primarily focusing on the transportation and processing of natural gas and natural gas liquids. With extensive operations across the United States, Williams is renowned for its innovative pipeline systems and processing facilities, which are integral to the energy supply chain. The company’s commitment to safety and sustainability sets it apart in the industry, positioning it as a trusted partner in energy delivery. Williams has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its Transco pipeline, which is one of the largest-volume natural gas pipelines in the country. This strategic positioning underscores Williams' role as a vital contributor to the energy landscape, ensuring reliable access to natural gas for millions of consumers.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Williams Companies'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.

24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Petroleum Coke 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Williams Companies's score of 24 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Williams Companies's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Williams Companies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,640,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,810,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 13,640,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 15,460,000,000 kg CO2e. Williams has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 56% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2005 baseline. This target reflects their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and holding leadership accountable for progress. Furthermore, the company aspires to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, indicating a long-term strategy for sustainability. Overall, Williams Companies is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their reporting and commitments.

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13,300,000,000
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Williams Companies's primary industry is Petroleum Coke, which is high 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. This request for Williams Companies is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Williams Companies is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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