Simsmetal Services Pty. Limited, commonly referred to as Simsmetal, is a leading player in the recycling and resource recovery industry, headquartered in Australia. Established in 1917, the company has grown to become a prominent provider of metal recycling services, with major operations across Australia, New Zealand, and North America. Simsmetal offers a comprehensive range of services, including ferrous and non-ferrous metal recycling, electronic waste recycling, and sustainable resource recovery solutions. What sets Simsmetal apart is its commitment to innovation and sustainability, utilising advanced technologies to maximise resource recovery and minimise environmental impact. With a strong market position, Simsmetal has achieved numerous accolades for its contributions to the circular economy, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the recycling sector.
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Simsmetal Services Pty. Limited, headquartered in Australia, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Sims Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While Simsmetal Services has not established its own reduction targets or climate pledges, it is important to note that it inherits data and initiatives from its parent company, Sims Limited. This relationship may provide a framework for future emissions reporting and sustainability efforts. Sims Limited, as the source organization, participates in various climate initiatives, including the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), from which emissions performance data may be cascaded down to Simsmetal Services. However, specific details regarding emissions reductions or targets from Sims Limited have not been disclosed in the available data. In summary, while Simsmetal Services Pty. Limited currently lacks specific emissions data and reduction targets, its affiliation with Sims Limited suggests potential for future climate commitments and initiatives.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 142,162,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 48,307,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Simsmetal Services Pty. Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.