Arcelormittal Sustainability Profile
ArcelorMittal, a leading global steel and mining company, is headquartered in Luxembourg (LU) and operates across major regions including Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa. Founded in 2006 through the merger of Arcelor and Mittal Steel, the company has since established itself as a key player in the steel industry, focusing on the production of flat and long steel products, as well as mining operations. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, ArcelorMittal offers a diverse range of high-quality steel solutions that cater to various sectors, including automotive, construction, and energy. The company is recognised for its advanced technologies and efficient production processes, which enhance its competitive edge in the market. As one of the largest steel producers worldwide, ArcelorMittal continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a leader in the industry.
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Arcelormittal's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ArcelorMittal, headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,520,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources. This includes 173,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 92,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, alongside 46,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon intensity by 25% by 2030, aiming to lower emissions from a baseline of 2.90 tonnes CO2e per tonne of crude steel to 2.16 tonnes CO2e per tonne. Furthermore, ArcelorMittal has committed to achieving an 86% reduction in carbon intensity by 2050, targeting 0.40 tonnes CO2e per tonne of crude steel. In Brazil, the company reported Scope 3 emissions of approximately 6,817,000,000 kg CO2e in 2024, primarily from upstream transportation and distribution. Globally, in 2024, ArcelorMittal's total emissions included 101,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, and 480,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. ArcelorMittal has also announced a net-zero commitment by 2050, reinforcing its long-term climate strategy. The company’s reduction initiatives are supported by its parent organization, ArcelorMittal S.A., which oversees its climate action commitments.
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| 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 176,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 14,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00 | - |
| Scope 3 | 14,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Arcelormittal's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Arcelormittal has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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