United States Steel
United States Steel Corporation, commonly known as U.S. Steel, is a leading steel producer headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1901, the company has established itself as a key player in the steel industry, with major operations across the United States and Europe. U.S. Steel is renowned for its innovative approach to steel manufacturing, offering a diverse range of products including flat-rolled and tubular steel, which are essential for various sectors such as automotive, construction, and energy. With a commitment to sustainability and advanced technology, U.S. Steel has achieved significant milestones, including the development of eco-friendly steel production methods. The company holds a strong market position, recognised for its quality and reliability, making it a preferred supplier in the global steel market. U.S. Steel continues to drive industry standards while focusing on future growth and environmental stewardship.
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United States Steel's score of 26 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
United States Steel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United States Steel Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 19,260,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 2,160,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included 9,360,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, among other categories. Over recent years, U.S. Steel has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. In 2021, the company reported a combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity of approximately 2,060 kg CO2e per tonne of steel produced, which slightly increased to about 2,140 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022. However, the emissions intensity improved to approximately 2,030 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, indicating a positive trend towards emission reduction. Despite these figures, U.S. Steel has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the iron and steel industry, which is known for its high carbon emissions, and is under increasing pressure to enhance its sustainability practices.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,030,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,550,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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United States Steel 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.
