Alcoa Inc.
Alcoa Inc., officially known as Alcoa Corporation, is a leading player in the global 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. The company focuses on the entire aluminium value chain, from bauxite mining to the production of finished aluminium products. Alcoa's core offerings include aluminium smelting, casting, and rolling, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and advanced technology. With a strong market position, Alcoa has achieved numerous milestones, including being one of the first companies to adopt environmentally responsible practices in aluminium manufacturing. Its dedication to innovation and efficiency continues to set Alcoa apart in a competitive landscape.
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Alcoa Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Alcoa Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,500,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 5,400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 40,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 12,133,658,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive assessment of their carbon footprint across all scopes, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services in Scope 3. Comparatively, in 2019, Alcoa's emissions were approximately 17,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6,600,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 37,289,281,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a slight increase in emissions across all categories in 2020. Alcoa has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, Alcoa's emissions data highlights the significant environmental impact of its operations, particularly in the aluminium sector, which is known for its high carbon intensity. The company is headquartered in the US and continues to face pressure to enhance its sustainability practices and reduce its carbon footprint.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,100,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,300,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Alcoa Inc. is not participating in any 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.
