Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation
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.
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Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation reported a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity of approximately 900.0 kg CO2e per tonne of steel produced, reflecting a decrease from about 930.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2020. The company’s total emissions data for 2019 indicated a significant output of approximately 11,947,505,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (2,890,986,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (9,056,519,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (1,891,561,000 kg CO2e) categories. Despite these figures, Gerdau has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not have formalised strategies for future reductions. As the steel industry faces increasing pressure to lower emissions, Gerdau's ongoing performance will be critical in aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2019 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,890,986,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,056,519,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,891,561,000 |
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Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation 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.
