Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is a prominent player in the Indian steel industry, headquartered in New Delhi, India. Established in 1973, SAIL has grown to become one of the largest steel producers in the country, with major operational regions including West Bengal, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh. The company primarily focuses on the production of a diverse range of steel products, including hot and cold rolled sheets, plates, and long products, which are known for their superior quality and durability. SAIL's commitment to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a leader in the market, achieving significant milestones such as the implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies. With a strong market presence, SAIL continues to contribute to India's infrastructure development and industrial growth, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the steel sector.
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Steel Authority Of India's score of 14 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, Steel Authority of India (SAIL) reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 52,178,648,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 4,796,073,000 kg CO2e. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were reported as a negative value of approximately -4,839,242,000 kg CO2e, indicating a potential reduction in upstream emissions. In 2024, SAIL's emissions were similarly substantial, with Scope 1 emissions at about 52,622,079,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,446,630,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were again negative at about -5,300,064,000 kg CO2e. For the year 2023, SAIL's global emissions included approximately 47,600,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 3,020,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with Scope 3 emissions reported as -5,620,000,000 kg CO2e. SAIL has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving an 8% reduction in specific carbon dioxide emissions from 2.91 in 2009-10 to 2.69 in 2013-14. However, no current Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets have been reported. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that SAIL's reporting is independent. Overall, SAIL's emissions profile reflects a significant commitment to addressing climate change, with ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce their carbon emissions across all scopes.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 45,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,300,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | -5,380,000,000 | -0,000,000,000 |
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Steel Authority Of India 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.
