JSW Steel Limited, a prominent player in the Indian steel industry, is headquartered in Mumbai, India. Founded in 1994, the company has rapidly evolved into one of the largest steel manufacturers in the country, with significant operations across various regions, including Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu. Specialising in the production of flat and long steel products, JSW Steel is renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of products, including hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated steel, which are distinguished by their superior quality and performance. With a strong market position, JSW Steel has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its environmentally friendly practices and technological advancements. As a leader in the steel sector, JSW Steel continues to drive growth and innovation, contributing significantly to India's industrial landscape.
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In 2023, JSW Steel Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 49,357,720 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 49,357,720 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, with approximately 5,990,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to various categories, including business travel, employee commute, purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and both upstream and downstream transportation and distribution. Comparatively, in 2022, JSW Steel's Scope 1 emissions were about 44,211,310,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 1,090,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions across all scopes in 2023. JSW Steel has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the steel industry, which is known for its high carbon footprint, and is expected to enhance its climate commitments in line with global sustainability trends.
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2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,067,820 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 71,960 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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JSW Steel Limited 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.