Kinder Morgan, Inc.

Pioneered the MLP structure to grow rapidly.

Functions as a toll‑road for energy: fee‑based transport and storage of natural gas, crude, refined products, and CO₂.

Its four core segments—Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, Terminals and CO₂—span diverse energy needs.

Annually transports ~2.1 million barrels/day of petroleum products.

Projects range from traditional pipelines to CO₂‑enhanced oil recovery.

Notable history includes a 2014 full merger of multiple units into a single public firm and big

ticket acquisitions.

Also owns Tennessee Gas Pipeline and Plantation Pipeline, linking Gulf, coastal, and inland U.S. markets.

Distinctive facts: led by a $1‑salary chairman model, publishes its budget publicly and runs vessels via Jones Act fleet.

Backlog includes ~$8 b natural gas projects, fueling expansion tied to AI, data centers, LNG, and industrial demand.

Safety is a core value.

Operating with integrity and transparency is a priority.

Commitment to environmental protection is a key focus.

Striving for operational excellence is essential.

Fostering a culture of accountability is central.

Valuing innovation and continuous improvement drives growth.