Alcoa
Alcoa Corporation, commonly referred to as Alcoa, is a leading player in the aluminium industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1888, Alcoa has established itself as a pioneer in aluminium production and innovation, with significant operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia. Specialising in the extraction, refining, and production of aluminium, Alcoa offers a diverse range of products, including aluminium sheets, plates, and extrusions. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and advanced manufacturing techniques, which set its offerings apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Alcoa has achieved numerous milestones, including being one of the first companies to develop a fully integrated aluminium supply chain. Its dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship continues to drive its success in the global aluminium sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Alcoa's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Alcoa's score of 28 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Alcoa's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, Alcoa's carbon emissions data indicates a total of approximately 21,114,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and about 25,056,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. The company has also reported Scope 3 emissions, which total around 522,174,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Alcoa's total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 20,800,000 kg CO2e, reflecting their ongoing efforts to manage and reduce their carbon footprint. Alcoa has made significant strides in reducing its emissions intensity over the years. For instance, in 2021, the company achieved a Scope 1 and 2 CO2e emissions intensity of about 5,410 kg CO2e per tonne, down from 6,060 kg CO2e in 2020. This demonstrates a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed, Alcoa continues to focus on sustainability initiatives aimed at minimising its environmental impact. The company is actively engaged in efforts to enhance its emissions reporting and transparency, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,300,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Alcoa is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
