Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Holding Corporation
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Holding Corporation, commonly referred to as Cleveland-Cliffs, is a leading player in the steel industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1847, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a major supplier of flat-rolled steel products and iron ore pellets, primarily serving the automotive, construction, and appliance sectors.
With operations concentrated in the Great Lakes region, Cleveland-Cliffs has established itself as a key provider of high-quality steel solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to steel production, focusing on sustainability and efficiency. Notable achievements include its strategic acquisitions, which have bolstered its market position and expanded its product offerings. As a result, Cleveland-Cliffs continues to be a formidable force in the North American steel market, committed to delivering exceptional value to its customers.
+16 vs industry average
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Holding Corporation’s score of 32 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Iron and Steel Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Iron and Steel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2019
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Holding Corporation yet.
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Holding Corporation's reported carbon emissions
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Holding Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. However, the company has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Cleveland-Cliffs has established several reduction targets, particularly for its Dearborn Works facility. The company aims to decrease CO2 emissions from this site from approximately 1 million metric tons per year to about 0.7 million metric tons per year, representing a significant reduction of 30% in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2028.
Additionally, Cleveland-Cliffs has set long-term intensity reduction targets, aiming for a 30% decrease in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity per metric ton of crude steel by 2035. Furthermore, the company is targeting a 20% reduction in material upstream Scope 3 GHG emissions intensity per metric ton of crude steel by the same year.
These commitments reflect Cleveland-Cliffs' proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the parent company, ensuring a cohesive strategy across its operations.
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Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Holding Corporation’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2028
30% reduction in Scope 1
CO2 emissions from Dearborn Works decrease from 1M to 0.7M metric tons/year.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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