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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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 various scopes: 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 5,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 8,300,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. Nucor has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 35% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050, aligning with the emission standards established by the Global Steel Climate Council, which Nucor co-founded. In 2025, Nucor plans to maintain a production emission factor of about 1,050 kg CO2e per tonne of steel produced, indicating their ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and reduce emissions in steel manufacturing. Beyond 2030, Nucor is dedicated to further reducing carbon intensity towards net-zero, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,391,306,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Nucor 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.
