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Rusal, officially known as United Company Rusal, is a leading player in the aluminium and aluminium products industry, headquartered in Russia. Established in 2000, Rusal has grown to become one of the largest aluminium producers globally, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
The company is renowned for its production of primary aluminium, aluminium alloys, and value-added products, which are distinguished by their high quality and innovative manufacturing processes. Rusal's commitment to sustainability and efficiency has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing production capabilities. With a strong focus on research and development, Rusal continues to set benchmarks in the aluminium sector, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in various industries.
40
DitchCarbon score
+22 vs industry average
Rusal’s score of 40 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Aluminum Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
1.089
20182025
The Aluminum Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Rusal's reported carbon emissions
Rusal, an Aluminium and aluminium products company headquartered in RU, reported its 2024 Scope 1 emissions as approximately 9.37 billion kg CO2e and its Scope 2 emissions as approximately 425.29 million kg CO2e. In 2023, its Scope 1 emissions were approximately 8.97 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 422.51 million kg CO2e. For 2022, Rusal reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 8.90 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 494.92 million kg CO2e.
Rusal aims to achieve carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. The company also has a long-term target to reduce its Scope 1 specific GHG emissions by 47% by 2050, and by 25% by 2032. Additionally, Rusal targets a 35% reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Historically, Rusal set a strategic objective to reduce direct specific emissions from aluminium production by 15% by 2025 and direct specific emissions from alumina production by 10% by 2025, both compared to a 2014 baseline. The company also achieved and maintained a 50% reduction in direct greenhouse gas emissions from aluminium smelters by 2015 compared to 1990 levels.
Rusal's carbon emissions data for 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 are cascaded from its direct parent company, United Company RUSAL, International Public Joint-Stock Company.
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Rusal’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from En+ Group International Public Joint-Stock CompanySee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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Not active
The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from En+ Group International Public Joint-Stock CompanySee details
Active
RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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