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Salzgitter

Salzgitter AG, headquartered in Salzgitter, Germany, is a prominent player in the steel and technology industry. Founded in 1858, the company has evolved into a leading manufacturer of high-quality steel products, serving various sectors including automotive, construction, and energy. With a strong operational presence across Europe, Salzgitter AG is renowned for its innovative solutions in steel production and processing. The company’s core offerings include flat steel products, long products, and tubes, distinguished by their exceptional durability and performance. Salzgitter AG has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable production methods, positioning itself as a key contributor to the circular economy. With a robust market presence, Salzgitter AG continues to be recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation in the steel industry.

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63

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.

12

Industry Benchmark

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Salzgitter's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Salzgitter AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,462,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 10,135,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 279,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 17,048,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045, and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, both from a 2021 baseline. For near-term targets, Salzgitter AG plans to reduce its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions related to the iron and steel core boundary by 20% per tonne of hot rolled steel by 2028, alongside a 35.6% reduction in all other absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, waste management, and the use of sold products by 20%, with a specific target of a 33.6% reduction in emissions from the use of sold products covering fossil fuels. Salzgitter AG's commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050 underscores its dedication to addressing climate change and aligning with global sustainability goals.

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448,000,000
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1,375,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Salzgitter's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is high 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. This request for Salzgitter is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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