Nucor
Nucor Corporation, a leading player in the steel industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across various regions, including the Midwest and Southeast. Founded in 1905, Nucor has established itself as a pioneer in the production of steel and steel products, utilising innovative technologies and sustainable practices. The company is renowned for its diverse range of core products, including rebar, sheet steel, and structural steel, which are distinguished by their high quality and eco-friendly manufacturing processes. Nucor's commitment to sustainability and efficiency has positioned it as a market leader, consistently ranking among the top steel producers in North America. With a focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement, Nucor remains a formidable force in the global steel market.
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How does Nucor's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Nucor's score of 27 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nucor's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nucor Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (about 4,344,072,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 5,143,384,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (around 8,300,000,000 kg CO2e). This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. Over the years, Nucor has demonstrated a focus on reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 reported at about 790 kg CO2e per tonne of steel produced in 2021, and a slight increase to approximately 930 kg CO2e per tonne in 2020. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Nucor's headquarters is located in the United States, and the company operates within the iron and steel industry, which is known for its significant greenhouse gas emissions. As such, Nucor's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions are crucial for aligning with global climate goals and enhancing sustainability practices within the sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,367,159,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Nucor 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.
