Western Midstream Sustainability Profile
Western Midstream Partners, LP, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the midstream energy sector. Founded in 2013, the company has rapidly established itself as a key provider of natural gas, natural gas liquids, and crude oil transportation and processing services, primarily operating in the Permian Basin and the DJ Basin. With a robust portfolio of assets, Western Midstream focuses on delivering reliable and efficient midstream solutions that cater to the evolving needs of its customers. The company’s commitment to operational excellence and safety has positioned it as a trusted partner in the industry. Notable achievements include significant expansions and strategic acquisitions that have enhanced its market presence and operational capabilities, solidifying its status as a leader in the midstream space.
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Western Midstream's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Western Midstream reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,690,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1,030,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of around 5,720,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks an increase from 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were about 4,080,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 970,000,000 kg CO2e, leading to total emissions of around 5,050,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 operations by 2050. In the near term, Western Midstream is committed to reducing its Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2025 and its Scope 2 emissions by 25% from the same baseline. Notably, they have already surpassed the methane intensity targets set by the ONE Future Coalition, achieving a methane intensity of 0.05 for gathering and boosting, compared to a target of 0.08. Overall, Western Midstream's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing carbon emissions within the midstream sector, with a focus on significant reductions and long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,870,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,080,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Western Midstream'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.
Western Midstream 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.
