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Ryerson & Son

Ryerson & Son, a prominent name in the metal distribution industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1847, the company has established itself as a leader in providing a diverse range of metal products and services, including steel, aluminium, and stainless steel solutions. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Ryerson & Son offers unique processing capabilities that set it apart from competitors. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach and enhanced its service offerings. Renowned for its customer-centric approach, Ryerson & Son continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner in the metal supply chain, catering to various industries with precision and expertise.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ryerson & Son'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime Transport 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Ryerson & Son's score of 10 is higher than 80% 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 & Son's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Ryerson & Son reported total carbon emissions of approximately 96,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Currently, there is no disclosed data regarding Scope 3 emissions. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. While Ryerson & Son's emissions data highlights their significant carbon footprint, the absence of defined reduction strategies indicates a need for further commitment to climate action. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Ryerson & Son's future climate commitments will be crucial in aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ryerson & Son's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Ryerson & Son is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ryerson & Son is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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