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Ryerson Holding Corporation

Ryerson Holding Corporation, commonly known as Ryerson, is a leading distributor and processor of metals, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1847, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across North America and beyond, serving diverse industries such as construction, aerospace, and automotive. Ryerson's core offerings include a wide range of metal products, including stainless steel, aluminium, and carbon steel, complemented by value-added services like processing and logistics. What sets Ryerson apart is its commitment to quality and customer service, ensuring tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. With a strong market position, Ryerson has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its product portfolio and operational capabilities. As a trusted partner in the metal distribution industry, Ryerson continues to innovate and adapt, solidifying its reputation as a reliable source for high-quality metal solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ryerson Holding Corporation'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Ryerson Holding Corporation's score of 13 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ryerson Holding Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Ryerson Holding Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 98,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources combined. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 67,610,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 30,390,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 500,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (200,000,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (100,000,000 kg CO2e). Despite the substantial emissions figures, Ryerson has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate strategy. This lack of defined reduction goals may reflect broader industry challenges in addressing carbon footprints, particularly in sectors reliant on extensive supply chains and product usage. As the company continues to navigate its climate commitments, further transparency and strategic planning will be essential in aligning with global sustainability efforts.

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2021
Scope 1
67,610,000
Scope 2
30,390,000
Scope 3
480,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ryerson Holding Corporation's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is medium 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. Ryerson Holding Corporation is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ryerson Holding Corporation is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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