Rusal Sustainability Profile
Rusal, officially known as United Company Rusal, is a leading global aluminium producer headquartered in Russia. Established in 2000, Rusal has grown to become a key player in the aluminium industry, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to aluminium production, focusing on sustainability and efficiency. Rusal's core products include primary aluminium, aluminium alloys, and value-added products, which are distinguished by their high quality and eco-friendly production methods. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in low-carbon aluminium technologies, positioning itself as a pioneer in sustainable practices within the sector. With a strong market presence, Rusal continues to drive growth and innovation, solidifying its status as a leader in the global aluminium market.
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Rusal's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Rusal reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9.8 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 9.4 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 425 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050, with specific targets to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 25% by 2032 and by 47% by 2050. Rusal's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, United Company RUSAL, International Public Joint-Stock Company, and reflects a commitment to sustainability within the aluminium industry. The company has previously achieved a 50% reduction in direct greenhouse gas emissions from aluminium smelters compared to 1990 levels by 2015, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action. Rusal's strategic objectives include reducing direct specific emissions of aluminium production by 15% by 2025, compared to 2014 levels. The company continues to focus on enhancing its environmental performance while navigating the challenges of the aluminium sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 23,864,929,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,994,749,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,437,789,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Rusal'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.
Rusal has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
