Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional
Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN), a leading player in the steel industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across South America. Founded in 1941, CSN has established itself as a key manufacturer of flat and long steel products, cement, and mining operations, contributing significantly to the region's industrial landscape. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, CSN's core offerings include high-quality steel sheets, bars, and rods, which are renowned for their durability and performance. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in production technology and a strong market position as one of Brazil's largest steel producers. CSN's dedication to excellence and its strategic operational regions solidify its reputation as a cornerstone of the Brazilian economy.
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Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional's score of 25 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN) reported significantly reduced carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 499 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 6.51 kg CO2e. This marks a substantial decrease compared to previous years, reflecting CSN's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, CSN's emissions were considerably higher, with Scope 1 emissions reaching about 11,965,917,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 182,810,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 1,621,079,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a trend of decreasing emissions over the years, with 2020 figures indicating Scope 1 emissions of about 10,724,789,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 73,964,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, CSN has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity across its production processes, particularly in steel and cement production, where it has reported emissions intensities of 2,100 kg CO2e per tonne of steel and 485,000 kg CO2e per tonne of cement. Overall, CSN's recent emissions data indicates a positive trajectory towards lower carbon emissions, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change, although further commitments and targets would enhance its sustainability profile.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,049,419,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | 614,712,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
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Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional 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.
