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Sims

Sims Limited, commonly referred to as Sims, is a leading global provider of sustainable resource recovery solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1917, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in the recycling and recovery of metals and electronics, Sims is committed to promoting a circular economy through innovative practices. The company’s core services encompass metal recycling, electronic waste management, and resource recovery, setting it apart with its advanced technology and commitment to sustainability. Notably, Sims has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its recycling facilities and the development of cutting-edge processes that enhance resource efficiency. With a robust market position, Sims Limited continues to lead the industry in environmental stewardship and operational excellence.

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60

Industry Average

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25

Industry Benchmark

Sims's score of 60 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sims's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Sims reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 102,422,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 160,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 7,916,300,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a notable increase in emissions from 2023, where total emissions were about 7,479,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at 104,422,000 kg CO2e and 140,000,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Sims has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 23% reduction in emissions across all scopes by 2025, starting from a baseline year of 2020. Additionally, the company plans to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. Looking further ahead, Sims aims for its entire portfolio to be carbon neutral by 2030, a target that has been brought forward from 2042. Historically, Sims has also committed to a 15% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2020, based on a 2009 baseline, demonstrating a proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint. These initiatives reflect Sims's dedication to sustainability and its role in addressing climate change within the industry.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
67,266,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
108,919,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sims's primary industry is Electricity nec, 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. This request for Sims is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sims 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.

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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