Kinder Morgan, Inc., a leading energy infrastructure company headquartered in the United States, has established itself as a key player in the natural gas and petroleum sectors since its founding in 1997. With a strong operational presence across North America, particularly in major regions such as Texas and Canada, Kinder Morgan focuses on the transportation, storage, and distribution of energy products. The company’s core services include the management of extensive pipeline networks and terminal facilities, which are vital for the efficient movement of hydrocarbons. Kinder Morgan is recognised for its commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, setting it apart in a competitive market. As one of the largest energy infrastructure firms in North America, Kinder Morgan continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a trusted provider in the energy industry.
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In 2024, Kinder Morgan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 3,200,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 18,600,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects their global operations. In 2023, the company reported similar figures, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 15,400,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 3,200,000,000 kg CO2e, again totalling around 18,600,000,000 kg CO2e. Kinder Morgan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This long-term target was established in 2023 and is part of their broader strategy to address climate change. Additionally, the company achieved an 8% reduction in methane emissions and a 13% decrease in methane emission intensity from 2021 to 2023, demonstrating their commitment to immediate emission reduction efforts. The company does not currently disclose Scope 3 emissions data. Their climate initiatives include the implementation of carbon capture technologies, which are deemed essential for meeting their future emission reduction goals. Overall, Kinder Morgan is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their sustainability reporting.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 14,100,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 3,400,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Kinder Morgan 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.