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Iron and Steel Production
CA
updated 3 months ago

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation, a prominent player in the steel industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 2002, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the production of long steel products, serving diverse sectors such as construction, automotive, and energy. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Gerdau Ameristeel offers a range of high-quality products, including rebar, wire rod, and merchant bars, distinguished by their durability and performance. The company’s strategic focus on recycling and minimising environmental impact has positioned it as a responsible choice in the market. Recognised for its operational excellence, Gerdau Ameristeel continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a key contributor to the steel supply chain in North America.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation'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.

11

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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation's score of 11 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation, headquartered in Canada, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company has not established any documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As there is no available data on their carbon emissions or reduction initiatives, it is unclear how Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation is addressing climate change within the steel industry context. The lack of reported emissions and targets suggests a need for enhanced transparency and commitment to sustainability practices. Overall, without specific emissions data or climate commitments, Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation's current stance on carbon emissions remains vague.

How Carbon Intensive is Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation's primary industry is Iron and Steel Production, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation's Location?

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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 Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation'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.

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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