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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In 2024, SSAB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,947,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,483,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 1,260,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 10,204,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 21,547,000,000 kg CO2e. SSAB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55.1% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2033, compared to a 2018 baseline. Additionally, they target a 56.8% reduction in emissions per tonne of hot-rolled steel produced within the same timeframe. Their long-term goal is to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045. The company’s targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with a commitment to limit global warming to well below 2°C. SSAB is also planning to introduce fossil-free steel to the market by 2026, further contributing to their emissions reduction strategy.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,578,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 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 |
Scope 2 | 1,220,000,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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