Graftech
GrafTech International Holdings Inc., commonly known as GrafTech, is a leading provider of advanced graphite products and solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1886, the company has established a strong presence in the graphite industry, particularly in the production of high-quality graphite electrodes and petroleum needle coke, essential for electric arc furnace steelmaking. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, GrafTech has consistently positioned itself as a market leader, renowned for its innovative manufacturing processes and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core offerings, including its proprietary Ultra-High Power (UHP) graphite electrodes, are distinguished by their superior performance and reliability, catering to the evolving needs of the steel and aluminium industries. GrafTech's dedication to quality and innovation has earned it a notable reputation, solidifying its status as a trusted partner in the global market.
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Graftech's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Graftech reported total carbon emissions of approximately 237,264,000 kg CO2e, comprising 107,633,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 129,631,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where emissions totalled about 141,567,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 156,987,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 157,580,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Graftech's emissions have shown a downward trend, with 2021 emissions recorded at approximately 367,366,000 kg CO2e, including 178,626,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 188,740,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2020, the company emitted about 312,138,000 kg CO2e, while in 2019, total emissions were approximately 433,805,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Graftech has not set specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives. The company does not disclose Scope 3 emissions, which could provide a more comprehensive view of its overall carbon footprint. Graftech's emissions data is sourced directly from GrafTech International Ltd., with no cascading from a parent or related organization. Overall, Graftech's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions is evident in its recent performance, although further transparency regarding reduction targets and initiatives would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 190,847,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 242,958,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Graftech 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.
