Schnitzer
Schnitzer is a leading player in the recycling and metals industry, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1906, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on sustainable practices and innovative solutions in metal recycling and processing. With major operations across Europe, Schnitzer is renowned for its commitment to environmental stewardship and resource recovery. The company offers a diverse range of services, including scrap metal recycling, processing of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and the production of high-quality recycled materials. Schnitzer's unique approach combines advanced technology with a deep understanding of market dynamics, positioning it as a trusted partner in the circular economy. Notable achievements include significant contributions to reducing carbon footprints and enhancing resource efficiency, solidifying Schnitzer's reputation as a leader in the industry.
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Schnitzer's score of 9 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Schnitzer's reported carbon emissions
Schnitzer's carbon emissions data reveals a commitment to reducing its environmental impact, with the most recent figures from 2022 indicating total emissions of approximately 80,339,000 kg CO2e. This total comprises 51,337,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion (Scope 1) and 28,450,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity (Scope 2). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions from business travel were recorded at 1,272,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Schnitzer has demonstrated a trend of decreasing emissions. For instance, in 2021, total emissions were about 39,844,000 kg CO2e, which included 14,553,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 25,291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This represents a significant reduction from earlier years, such as 2017, when total emissions reached approximately 101,324,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Schnitzer has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, particularly in the steelmaking process, where it reported an intensity of 190 kg CO2e per metric ton of crude steel in 2022. Overall, Schnitzer's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint, although further commitments and targets would enhance its climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 48,458,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 55,365,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Schnitzer 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.
