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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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How does Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

17

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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional's score of 17 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,400 kg CO2e, comprising 1,900 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 499 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6.51 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a consistent emissions profile compared to 2023, where the emissions were identical across all scopes. CSN has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or commitments suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. The steel and cement industries are known for their significant carbon emissions, and CSN's emissions intensity for steel production is reported at about 2,100 kg CO2e per tonne. This highlights the challenges faced by the sector in achieving substantial emissions reductions. Overall, while CSN has provided emissions data, further information on their climate commitments and reduction strategies would be beneficial for understanding their approach to sustainability and carbon management.

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20232024
Scope 1
1,900
0,000
Scope 2
499
000
Scope 3
6.51
0.00

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional 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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