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Swiss Steel Holding

Swiss Steel Holding AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading player in the global steel industry, specialising in the production of high-quality long steel products. Founded in 2002, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on sectors such as automotive, machinery, and construction. With a diverse portfolio that includes tool steel, stainless steel, and engineering steel, Swiss Steel is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability. The company’s advanced manufacturing processes and stringent quality controls set it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its expertise and reliability, Swiss Steel Holding has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for customers seeking durable and high-performance steel products.

DitchCarbon Score

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Swiss Steel Holding's score of 44 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Swiss Steel Holding's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Swiss Steel Holding reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 57,670,000 kg CO2e, comprising 47,850,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,582,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 345,387,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2038. For near-term targets, Swiss Steel Holding plans to reduce its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 23% per tonne of hot-rolled steel by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, it aims to cut absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and fuel- and energy-related activities by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term, the company targets a 75.9% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions per tonne of hot-rolled steel by 2038, alongside a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from various categories, including waste and end-of-life treatment of sold products. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Swiss Steel Holding's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
71,574,000
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Scope 2
315,000,000
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Scope 3
493,859,000
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000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Swiss Steel Holding's primary industry is , which is very 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. Swiss Steel Holding is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Swiss Steel Holding is committed to some 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.

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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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