Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the metals service centre industry. Founded in 1939, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America and beyond. Reliance Steel is renowned for its extensive range of products and services, specialising in the distribution of steel, aluminium, and other metals, alongside value-added processing capabilities. What sets Reliance Steel apart is its commitment to quality and customer service, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse industries such as construction, aerospace, and automotive. With a robust market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including consistent revenue growth and strategic acquisitions that enhance its product offerings. Reliance Steel continues to be a trusted partner in the metals industry, recognised for its reliability and expertise.
How does Reliance Steel'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.
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Reliance Steel's score of 25 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Reliance Steel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,095,658,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 850,070,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 37,223,578,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions also saw a reduction from approximately 867,610,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Reliance Steel has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on its operational efficiency and emissions management, aligning with industry standards for climate action. As a major player in the steel industry, Reliance Steel's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is crucial in the context of global climate goals.
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Get Started2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 37,223,578,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 867,610,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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Reliance Steel is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.