Ssab Sustainability Profile
SSAB, or Svenskt Stål AB, is a leading global steel company headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1978, SSAB has carved a niche in the steel industry, focusing on high-strength steel and value-added services. With major operations across Europe, North America, and Asia, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation in steel production. SSAB is renowned for its unique offerings, including Hardox® wear plate and Domex® structural steel, which are designed to enhance durability and performance in various applications. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as its commitment to sustainability through the development of fossil-free steel production methods. As a market leader, SSAB continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for customers seeking advanced steel solutions.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ssab's score of 80 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Ssab's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, SSAB reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 9.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 1.4 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for this year. SSAB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2032, based on 2018 levels. This target is approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2045. Additionally, SSAB aims to reduce its total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 93% by 2045, with interim targets of a 47.9% reduction by 2033. The company is also planning to introduce fossil-free steel to the market by 2026, which is expected to eliminate all CO2 emissions associated with its production processes. These initiatives reflect SSAB's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the iron and steel sector.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,447,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Ssab's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Ssab's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 104% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 35% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 42% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Ssab's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Ssab has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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