Sims
Sims Limited, commonly referred to as Sims, is a leading global provider of recycling and 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, Australia, and Europe. Specialising in the recycling of metals and electronic waste, Sims is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainability and resource management. With a diverse portfolio of services, including metal recycling, e-waste processing, and renewable energy initiatives, Sims stands out for its commitment to environmental stewardship and circular economy principles. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its operations and enhancing its technological capabilities, solidifying its position as a market leader in the recycling industry. Sims Limited continues to drive positive change, contributing to a more sustainable future through its core offerings and industry expertise.
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Sims's score of 34 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sims's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sims reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,479,800,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 104,422,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 140,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 7,347,980,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This marked an increase in total emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 4,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at 120,000,000 kg CO2e each and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 3,931,300,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Sims' emissions were reported at approximately 4,100,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 147,909,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 100,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 3,769,700,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Overall, Sims's emissions data reflects a substantial reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which account for the majority of their carbon footprint. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions profile, it may need to enhance its climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 78,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 73,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Sims 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.
