Rusal
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 2023, Rusal reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,059,998,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, 8,968,073,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, and 422,506,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This represents a significant commitment to transparency in emissions reporting across all scopes. Rusal has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 25% reduction in specific greenhouse gas emissions by 2032 and a 47% reduction by 2050, both focused on Scope 1 emissions. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In previous years, Rusal has demonstrated progress, having achieved a 50% reduction in direct greenhouse gas emissions from aluminium smelters compared to 1990 levels by 2015. The company is also targeting a 15% reduction in direct specific emissions from aluminium production by 2025, compared to 2014 levels. Overall, Rusal's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change within the aluminium industry.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,064,796,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,633,524,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 16,945,225,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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