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 about 107,633,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 129,631,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 141,567,000 kg CO2e, 2021 at about 367,366,000 kg CO2e, 2020 at approximately 312,138,000 kg CO2e, and 2019 at about 433,805,000 kg CO2e. Graftech has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company has reported emissions intensity figures, with Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity at approximately 2,500 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, down from about 2,060 kg CO2e per tonne in 2021. However, without formal reduction targets or commitments, the effectiveness of their climate strategy remains unclear. Overall, Graftech's emissions data highlights the challenges the company faces in managing its carbon footprint, particularly in the context of increasing emissions in recent years.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 190,847,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 168,379,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Graftech 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.
