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, with Scope 1 at approximately 9,947,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 1,157,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 10,444,000,000 kg CO2e. SSAB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 47.9% by 2033 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, SSAB aims for a 56.8% reduction in emissions per tonne of hot rolled steel produced by 2033, which translates to a 55.1% absolute reduction. The company also commits to reducing all other absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 63% and Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, and upstream transportation and distribution by 37.5% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, SSAB's targets for greenhouse gas emissions have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reflecting an ambition level of 'below 2°C'. The company plans to offer fossil-free steel to the market by 2026, aiming to eliminate all CO2 emissions associated with its production processes. Overall, SSAB's commitment to sustainability and significant reduction targets positions it as a leader in the steel industry, particularly in the context of climate change mitigation efforts.
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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 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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