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United States Steel Corporation, commonly known as U.S. Steel, is a leading player in the iron and steel mills and ferroalloy manufacturing industry. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates across major regions, serving diverse markets with a focus on high-quality steel products. Founded in 1901, U.S. Steel has a long history of innovation and growth, establishing itself as a key contributor to the nation’s industrial development.
The company’s core offerings include flat-rolled and tubular steel products, distinguished by their durability and advanced manufacturing processes. U.S. Steel’s market position is reinforced by its extensive production capacity and commitment to sustainable practices. As a notable leader in the steel industry, the corporation continues to shape the future of steel manufacturing in North America.
+22 vs industry average
United States Steel’s score of 39 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
United States Steel, a US-based company in the Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing industry, reported approximately 25.6 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2024. For 2023, the company reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 27.23 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 2.28 billion kg CO2e, and various Scope 3 emissions including approximately 9.36 billion kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, approximately 5.19 billion kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities, and approximately 1.02 billion kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were about 26.02 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) were about 2.71 billion kg CO2e. For 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 29.03 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 2.63 billion kg CO2e.
United States Steel is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2050. Additionally, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 20% by 2030, against a 2018 baseline of 2.31 metric tonnes CO2e per metric tonne of raw steel. There is also a specific target to reduce Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 25% by 2030 at BR1, with a 2021 baseline. These net-zero targets apply to U. S. Steel's global operations. These targets are cascaded from the ultimate parent, Nippon Steel Corporation, through a corporate family relationship.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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