Kaiser Aluminum
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation, commonly referred to as Kaiser Aluminum, is a leading manufacturer of aluminium products headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including the Midwest and the West Coast. Specialising in the production of high-quality aluminium extrusions, sheet, and plate, Kaiser Aluminium serves diverse industries such as aerospace, automotive, and construction. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Kaiser Aluminium has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in aluminium recycling and lightweight solutions. The company is recognised for its unique ability to deliver customised products that meet stringent industry standards, positioning it as a trusted partner in the aluminium sector. Through its dedication to quality and customer service, Kaiser Aluminium continues to solidify its market position as a leader in the aluminium manufacturing industry.
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Kaiser Aluminum's score of 24 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kaiser Aluminum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kaiser Aluminum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,042,300,000 kg CO2e, comprising 382,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 656,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,040,472,060 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 403,800,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Kaiser Aluminum has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2021, the total emissions were approximately 1,101,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 400,500,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 701,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1 and 2, but there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their recent reports. Kaiser Aluminum's emissions intensity has remained consistent, reported at 1,900 kg CO2e per unit of revenue for both 2021 and 2022. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 209,588,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 199,729,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kaiser Aluminum is committed to some 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.
