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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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 various categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 9,360,000,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (about 1,020,000,000 kg CO2e). Over the years, U.S. Steel has shown a trend of decreasing emissions intensity in its operations. For instance, in 2021, the GHG emissions intensity was reported at approximately 2,060 kg CO2e per tonne of steel produced, which improved to about 2,140 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, U.S. Steel continues to focus on improving its emissions profile through operational efficiencies and innovations in steel production. The company’s commitment to sustainability is evident in its ongoing efforts to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate action.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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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United States Steel 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.