POSCO, officially known as Pohang Iron and Steel Company, is a leading global steel manufacturer headquartered in Pohang, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a key player in the steel industry, with significant operations across Asia, North America, and Europe. Specialising in the production of high-quality steel products, POSCO offers a diverse range of solutions, including hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, and electrical steel. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart, as the company continually invests in advanced technologies and eco-friendly practices. With a strong market position, POSCO has received numerous accolades for its operational excellence and environmental initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the steel sector.
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Posco's score of 22 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Posco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 71,971,900,000 kg CO2e, comprising 70,588,012,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,383,895,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 7,419,787,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been disclosed. Over the years, Posco has shown a trend in emissions per tonne of steel produced, with figures such as 2,200 kg CO2e in 2010, decreasing to about 1,910 kg CO2e in 2015, and further to approximately 1,830 kg CO2e in 2020. This indicates a gradual improvement in their emissions intensity, aligning with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, Posco's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a commitment to addressing climate change within the steel industry. The company continues to engage in practices aimed at improving sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 81,403,336,000 | 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 | 3,249,921,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Posco 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.