Rhi Magnesita Sustainability Profile
Rhi Magnesita, a leading global supplier of refractory products and services, is headquartered in Austria (AT) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 2017 through the merger of RHI and Magnesita, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the refractory industry, providing innovative solutions for high-temperature applications. Specialising in the production of magnesia-based refractories, Rhi Magnesita offers a diverse range of core products, including bricks, monolithics, and precast shapes, which are renowned for their durability and performance. The company’s commitment to sustainability and technological advancement sets it apart in a competitive market, enabling it to serve various sectors such as steel, cement, and glass manufacturing. With a strong market position and a focus on customer-centric solutions, Rhi Magnesita continues to achieve notable milestones in the refractory landscape.
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Rhi Magnesita's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, RHI Magnesita reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,933,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,259,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 99,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 3,575,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets to reduce CO2 intensity by 15% by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, RHI Magnesita's emissions included approximately 2,376,823 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 22,184,850 kg CO2e from Scope 2 in India, while globally, the total emissions were about 5,983,200,000 kg CO2e. The company is focused on reducing its carbon footprint through various initiatives, including increasing the use of recycled materials and enhancing energy efficiency, which could potentially lead to a reduction of around 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e (24% of the baseline total) by 2035. RHI Magnesita's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by its goal to reduce Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025 and to achieve a 9% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030 against a 2024 baseline. The company is actively working towards these targets, reflecting its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,152,100,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 164,195,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Rhi Magnesita's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Rhi Magnesita's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 29% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 60% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Rhi Magnesita's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Rhi Magnesita has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
