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Acerinox

Acerinox, officially known as Acerinox S.A., is a leading global player in the stainless steel industry, headquartered in Spain. Established in 1970, the company has grown to become a prominent manufacturer with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in the production of high-quality stainless steel products, Acerinox offers a diverse range of solutions, including flat and long products, which are renowned for their durability and corrosion resistance. The company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Acerinox has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in production technology and a robust export strategy. Its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified its reputation as a trusted supplier in the stainless steel sector.

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42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

12

Industry Benchmark

Acerinox's score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Acerinox's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Acerinox reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,262,896,000 kg CO2e, comprising 778,994,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,483,902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company disclosed Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 3,521,612,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights a significant commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes. Acerinox has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company is a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has committed to long-term reduction targets that encompass all scopes of emissions. Their near-term targets have been removed, but they remain focused on achieving net-zero status, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action. In recent years, Acerinox has made strides in reducing its emissions intensity, with reported figures of 1,090 kg CO2e per metric ton of stainless steel produced in 2022, down from 1,790 kg CO2e per metric ton in 2021. This reduction reflects their ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within their operations. Overall, Acerinox's climate commitments and emissions data underscore their dedication to reducing their environmental impact while maintaining transparency in their reporting practices.

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20182019202120222023
Scope 1
828,624,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 2
1,726,552,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Acerinox's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Acerinox is in ES, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Acerinox is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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