United States Steel Sustainability Profile
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United States Steel Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 19,260,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 2,160,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions included approximately 9,360,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 5,190,000,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities, and 1,020,000,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This goal encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a roadmap established to achieve this target. Furthermore, United States Steel is working towards a 20% reduction in GHG emissions intensity (covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 2030, using a 2018 baseline of 2.31 metric tons CO2e per metric ton of raw steel. These initiatives reflect a broader commitment to sustainability, with emissions data cascaded from their parent company, Nippon Steel Corporation, indicating a collaborative approach to climate action within the steel industry.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 23,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,500,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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United States Steel's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
United States Steel's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 35% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 59% of Scope 3 emissions.
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United States Steel's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
United States Steel has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
