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JSW Steel Limited, headquartered in India, is a leading player in the basic iron and steel industry, specialising in the production of ferro-alloys and related steel products. Established in 1982, the company has grown to become one of the largest integrated steel manufacturers in the country, with major operations across India and a significant presence in international markets.
Focusing on high-quality steel solutions, JSW Steel is renowned for its innovative manufacturing processes and sustainable practices. Its core products include hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel, structural steel, and specialised steel grades, which serve diverse sectors such as construction, automotive, and infrastructure. Recognised for its market leadership and commitment to excellence, JSW Steel continues to set industry standards in India’s steel landscape.
31
DitchCarbon score
+14 vs industry average
JSW Steel Limited’s score of 31 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Iron and Steel Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
2.965
20182025
The Iron and Steel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
JSW Steel Limited's reported carbon emissions
JSW Steel Limited, headquartered in India and operating in the basic iron and steel industry, has reported its carbon emissions and climate commitments.
In 2023, JSW Steel Limited's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 49.36 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were about 1.28 billion kg CO2e. There were no reported Scope 2 emissions for 2023. This is an increase from 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 44.21 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions were about 716.49 million kg CO2e, with no reported Scope 2 emissions.
The company is committed to climate action with several reduction targets:
- Carbon Intensity Reduction: JSW Steel aims to reduce its CO2 emission intensity by 42% by 2030, using a 2005 baseline. This aligns with India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) commitment. This reduction is planned through energy transition to renewable sources, efficiency improvements, process optimisation, increased scrap utilisation, and adoption of Best Available Technologies (BAT).
- Specific GHG Emissions Reduction: JSW Steel targets reducing specific GHG emissions from its three Integrated Steel Plants (ISPs) to less than 2.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of crude steel by 2030.
- Carbon Neutrality: The company also aims to achieve carbon neutrality at JSW Steel Coated Products within the same 2030 timeframe.
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JSW Steel Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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