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Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation
KR
updated 15 days ago

POSCO International

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POSCO International Corporation, commonly referred to as POSCO International, is a leading global trading and investment company headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1967, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Specialising in steel, energy, and various industrial materials, POSCO International is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core offerings include steel products, machinery, and energy solutions, which are distinguished by their advanced technology and sustainability practices. With a strong market position, POSCO International has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its global footprint. As a key player in the international trade sector, POSCO International continues to drive growth and deliver value across diverse industries.

DitchCarbon Score

How does POSCO International'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.

51

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

POSCO International's score of 51 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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POSCO International's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, POSCO International reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,218,148,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,155,769,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,383,895,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company disclosed Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 7,419,787,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and employee commuting. As part of its climate commitments, POSCO International has set a mid-term reduction target of 30% by 2035 under its net zero roadmap, which was established in 2023. This target applies to all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's commitment to reducing its overall carbon footprint. The emissions data for POSCO International is cascaded from its parent company, POSCO Holdings Inc., indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its sustainability reporting and climate initiatives. The company is actively working towards achieving its climate goals while addressing the significant challenges posed by its extensive emissions profile.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
3,627,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. POSCO International's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for POSCO International is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

POSCO International 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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