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Saarstahl Aktiengesellschaft, commonly referred to as Saarstahl, is a prominent German company specialising in the production of basic iron, steel, ferro-alloys, and related first products. Headquartered in Germany, the company operates primarily within the European steel industry, serving a diverse range of industrial sectors. Founded in 1954, Saarstahl has established a strong market presence through its focus on high-quality steel solutions and innovative manufacturing processes.
The company's core offerings include semi-finished steel products, wire rods, and special steels, recognised for their durability and precision. Saarstahl’s commitment to quality and sustainability has earned it a notable position within the steel market, making it a trusted supplier for various industrial applications. With a history of continuous development, Saarstahl remains a key player in Europe's steel manufacturing landscape.
41
DitchCarbon score
+23 vs industry average
Saarstahl Aktiengesellschaft’s score of 41 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
Iron and Steel Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
2.965
20182025
The Iron and Steel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for Saarstahl Aktiengesellschaft yet.
Saarstahl Aktiengesellschaft's reported carbon emissions
Saarstahl Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Germany and operating in the basic iron and steel industry, has not publicly disclosed its carbon emissions data.
However, the company has established climate commitments, some of which are cascaded from its parent organisation, SHS - Stahl-Holding-Saar GmbH & Co. KGaA. Saarstahl aims to produce up to 3.5 million metric tons of CO2-neutral steel annually starting from 2027/2028. This target specifically addresses Scope 1 (direct emissions) and Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy).
Additionally, through its ultimate parent, Saarstahl has a long-term net-zero target for Scope 3 emissions by 2050, with interim milestones of a 45-55% reduction by 2030 and a 67% reduction by 2035. These Scope 3 targets are subject to ongoing SBTi revalidation to align with a 1.5-degree pathway.
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Saarstahl Aktiengesellschaft’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
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from SHS - Stahl-Holding-Saar GmbH & Co. KGaA2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from SHS - Stahl-Holding-Saar GmbH & Co. KGaASign in to view
Active
The Climate Pledge
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Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Not active
RE 100
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Not active
Climate Action 100
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Not active
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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