Ferroglobe
Ferroglobe PLC, a leading player in the silicon and manganese industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2015, the company has rapidly established itself as a key supplier of essential materials for various sectors, including steel, aluminium, and renewable energy. With major operational regions across Europe and North America, Ferroglobe is renowned for its high-quality silicon metal and ferroalloys, which are critical for enhancing the performance of steel and other alloys. The company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the market, as it continually invests in advanced technologies and environmentally responsible practices. Ferroglobe's strategic position in the global supply chain is underscored by its notable achievements, including significant production capacity and a robust portfolio of products tailored to meet diverse customer needs.
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Ferroglobe's score of 10 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ferroglobe's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ferroglobe reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 923,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 1,078,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2022, where total emissions were about 3,212,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,154,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,184,000 kg CO2e. Ferroglobe has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has consistently reported emissions data, indicating a focus on transparency and accountability in its climate impact. The trend shows a gradual decrease in emissions intensity, with emissions per tonne of product output reported at approximately 4.5 in 2022 and 4.42 in 2021. Overall, Ferroglobe's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to manage and reduce its carbon emissions, aligning with industry standards for climate responsibility.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,490,210,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,929,965,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ferroglobe 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.
