Arconic Corporation, a leading player in the global aluminium industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2016, following the spin-off from Alcoa, Arconic has quickly established itself as a key provider of innovative solutions in the aerospace, automotive, and building sectors. With major operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, the company focuses on advanced manufacturing processes and sustainable practices. Arconic's core offerings include high-performance aluminium products and engineered solutions, which are distinguished by their lightweight properties and exceptional strength. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as significant advancements in additive manufacturing and a commitment to reducing carbon emissions. As a result, Arconic holds a strong market position, recognised for its dedication to innovation and sustainability in the aluminium supply chain.
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In 2023, Arconic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,510,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 840,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 550,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 10,120,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a notable increase in total emissions compared to previous years, reflecting the complexities of managing emissions across all scopes. Arconic has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is aligned with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company also intends to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its carbon footprint. Historically, Arconic's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 13,210,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 12,610,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its reporting and commitment to sustainability. Overall, Arconic's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to addressing its carbon emissions, with clear targets and a focus on comprehensive emissions management across its operations.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,540,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,820,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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