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MDU Resources Group Inc

Common Name
MDU Resources Group
Country
United States
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Utilities - Regulated Gas
Employees
2,096
Ticker
MDU
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Description
MDU Resources Group, Inc. operates as a diversified natural resources company primarily within the United States. Its key function lies in the delivery and development of essential infrastructure, foc...

MDU Resources Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, MDU Resources Group completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources) and Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy).

However, MDU Resources Group has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
1,872,208a
1,823,756a
1,866,531a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
88,043a
80,114a
73,404a
Total Scope 3
N/AN/AN/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
1,064.9781a
391.5875a
420.221a
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a. MDU Resources Group's Impact Report 2024

Insights into MDU Resources Group's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of MDU Resources Group amounted to 1,960,251 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of MDU Resources Group increased by 2.96%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

MDU Resources Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2022202320240500 k1 M1.5 M2 MtCO2e-2%+3%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are MDU Resources Group's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of MDU Resources Group were 1,872,208 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has MDU Resources Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, MDU Resources Group's Scope 1 emissions have remained relatively, stable, indicating that MDU Resources Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), MDU Resources Group's Scope 1 emissions increased by 2.66%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are MDU Resources Group's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, MDU Resources Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 88,043 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has MDU Resources Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, MDU Resources Group's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have increased by 19.94%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), MDU Resources Group's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that MDU Resources Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does MDU Resources Group use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, MDU Resources Group reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

MDU Resources Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202220232024025 k50 k75 k100 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into MDU Resources Group’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, MDU Resources Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,872,208 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,758 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,064.98 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

MDU Resources Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

50010,000100,0002,000,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2005002,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Toho GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 55,368 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,180Scope 1 Intensity: 13.25 tCO2e/$MChina Suntien Green EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,090 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,929Scope 1 Intensity: 2.42 tCO2e/$MChina Gas HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 213,026 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,186Scope 1 Intensity: 20.91 tCO2e/$MTian Lun Gas HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,485 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,066Scope 1 Intensity: 2.33 tCO2e/$MAygazYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,200 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,026Scope 1 Intensity: 1.39 tCO2e/$MTowngas Smart EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 48,191 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,744Scope 1 Intensity: 17.56 tCO2e/$MNippon GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,283Scope 1 Intensity: 10.13 tCO2e/$MAPA GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,862,659 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,095Scope 1 Intensity: 889.24 tCO2e/$MIndraprastha GasYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,204,148 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,739Scope 1 Intensity: 692.32 tCO2e/$MGujarat EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,595 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,870Scope 1 Intensity: 1.92 tCO2e/$MComgásYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,201 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,500Scope 1 Intensity: 2.88 tCO2e/$MEnagasYear: 2024Scope 1: 228,157 tCO2eRevenue: $M 942Scope 1 Intensity: 242.12 tCO2e/$MUgiYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,024,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,210Scope 1 Intensity: 142.08 tCO2e/$MNiSourceYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,446,186 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,455Scope 1 Intensity: 998.37 tCO2e/$MAtmos EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 156,162 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,275Scope 1 Intensity: 36.53 tCO2e/$MBrookfield InfrastructureYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,100,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,666Scope 1 Intensity: 572.83 tCO2e/$MSouthwest Gas HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 379,165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,112Scope 1 Intensity: 74.17 tCO2e/$MNorthwest Natural HoldingYear: 2023Scope 1: 101,298 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,197Scope 1 Intensity: 84.59 tCO2e/$MChesapeake UtilitiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 192,505 tCO2eRevenue: $M 671Scope 1 Intensity: 287.06 tCO2e/$MSpireYear: 2024Scope 1: 368,254 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,593Scope 1 Intensity: 142.02 tCO2e/$MONE GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 892,747 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,084Scope 1 Intensity: 428.47 tCO2e/$MBlack HillsYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,500,012 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,128Scope 1 Intensity: 2,114.97 tCO2e/$MNew Jersey ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 49,466 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,797Scope 1 Intensity: 27.53 tCO2e/$MMDU Resources GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,872,208 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,758Scope 1 Intensity: 1,064.98 tCO2e/$M

How does MDU Resources Group's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, MDU Resources Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,064.98 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 74.17, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does MDU Resources Group rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, MDU Resources Group ranked 23 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

This places MDU Resources Group among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a

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