United States Steel
United States Steel Corporation, commonly known as U.S. Steel, is a prominent player in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates major facilities across key regions, including the Midwest and South. Founded in 1901, U.S. Steel has a rich history marked by significant milestones in steel production and innovation.
The company specialises in producing high-quality steel products, including flat-rolled and tubular steel, which are essential for automotive manufacturing and construction. U.S. Steel distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and advanced manufacturing techniques. As a leader in the steel industry, U.S. Steel has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to infrastructure and vehicle production.
+13 vs industry average
United States Steel’s score of 43 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 8% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
United States Steel's reported carbon emissions
United States Steel (US Steel), a key player in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, has outlined ambitious climate commitments and reported its carbon emissions. For 2024, the company reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 25.6 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, US Steel's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 27.23 billion kg CO2e and its Scope 2 emissions were approximately 2.28 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 included purchased goods and services at approximately 9.36 billion kg CO2e, fuel and energy-related activities at approximately 5.19 billion kg CO2e, upstream transportation and distribution at approximately 1.02 billion kg CO2e, employee commute at approximately 13.4 million kg CO2e, and business travel at approximately 1.87 million kg CO2e.
US Steel has established a clear roadmap towards decarbonisation, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 across Scopes 1 and 2. This long-term goal is supported by near-term intensity reduction targets. The company is working to achieve a 20% reduction in GHG emissions intensity (Scope 1 plus Scope 2) by 2030, using its 2018 baseline of 2.31 metric tons CO2e per metric ton of raw steel as a benchmark. Additionally, US Steel aims to reduce Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 25% by 2030 at its Brazilian operations.
These climate targets and emissions data are cascaded from its parent organisation, United States Steel Corporation.
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United States Steel’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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U. S. Steel has a roadmap to get to net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050.
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Nippon Steel Corporation
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Inherited from Nippon Steel CorporationEmissions comparison with industry peers
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