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Iron and Steel Production
CA
updated 10 days ago

Algoma Steel

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Algoma Steel Inc., headquartered in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada, is a prominent player in the North American steel industry. Founded in 1901, the company has evolved into a leading integrated steel producer, primarily serving the automotive, construction, and energy sectors. With a focus on high-quality flat-rolled steel products, Algoma Steel is renowned for its innovative manufacturing processes and commitment to sustainability. The company’s extensive product range includes hot and cold rolled sheets, as well as coated steel products, which are distinguished by their durability and performance. Algoma Steel has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in production technology and a strong market position, making it a trusted supplier in the steel market. Its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction continues to drive its success in a competitive landscape.

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11

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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Algoma Steel's score of 11 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Algoma Steel's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Algoma Steel reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 4,218,890,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 24,877,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact, as the company disclosed emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. The emissions intensity for Scope 1 was reported at about 1,900 kg CO2e per tonne of iron and steel produced, while the combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity was approximately 1,910 kg CO2e per tonne. In 2022, the company recorded similar emissions, with Scope 1 at around 3,995,014,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 14,115,000 kg CO2e. The emissions intensity for Scope 1 in that year was approximately 1,720 kg CO2e per tonne. Despite these figures, Algoma Steel has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they reported any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets. The company operates as a current subsidiary of Algoma Steel Group Inc., which may influence their emissions reporting and climate strategies. Overall, while Algoma Steel has made strides in emissions disclosure, further commitments and reduction initiatives will be essential for aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change effectively.

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Scope 1
3,880,106,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Algoma Steel'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.

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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 Algoma Steel is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Algoma Steel 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.

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