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Metal Fabrication
SE
updated 11 days ago

Ssab

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SSAB, or Svenskt Stål AB, is a leading global steel company headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1978, SSAB has carved a niche in the steel industry, focusing on high-strength steel and value-added services. With major operations across Europe, North America, and Asia, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation in steel production. SSAB is renowned for its unique offerings, including Hardox® wear plate and Domex® structural steel, which are designed to enhance durability and performance in various applications. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as its commitment to sustainability through the development of fossil-free steel production methods. As a market leader, SSAB continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for customers seeking advanced steel solutions.

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71

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Metal Fabrication 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.

18

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Ssab's score of 71 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ssab's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, SSAB reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 9,810,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,177,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were approximately 9,930,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions also saw a minor reduction from about 1,126,000,000 kg CO2e. SSAB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2032, based on a 2018 baseline. This target is approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to below 2°C. Furthermore, SSAB has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. In addition to these near-term targets, SSAB has established long-term goals, including a 93% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2045 from the same 2018 baseline. The company also plans to offer fossil-free steel by 2026, aiming to eliminate all CO2 emissions associated with its production processes. Overall, SSAB's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the iron and steel industry, with a clear focus on reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
1,220,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ssab's primary industry is Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment (28), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Ssab is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ssab is participating in some 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
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