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Vardhman Special Steels

Vardhman Special Steels, a prominent player in the Indian steel industry, is headquartered in Ludhiana, Punjab. Established in 1965, the company has carved a niche in manufacturing high-quality special steels, catering to diverse sectors such as automotive, engineering, and construction. With a commitment to innovation, Vardhman Special Steels offers a range of products, including alloy steels, carbon steels, and stainless steels, known for their superior strength and durability. Over the years, Vardhman has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of advanced manufacturing processes and quality certifications that underscore its market position. The company’s dedication to excellence has earned it a reputation as a trusted supplier, making it a preferred choice for clients seeking reliable steel solutions in India and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Vardhman Special Steels's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

21

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

Vardhman Special Steels's score of 21 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vardhman Special Steels's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Vardhman Special Steels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 182,889,000 kg CO2e, comprising 39,335,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 143,544,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This represents a slight decrease in emissions compared to 2022, where the company recorded about 175,343,000 kg CO2e, with 39,449,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 131,854,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. For 2024, Vardhman Special Steels aims to further reduce its emissions, reporting 129,559,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and 36,774,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, indicating a continued commitment to lowering its carbon footprint. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for more defined climate commitments in the future. Overall, Vardhman Special Steels is actively monitoring and reporting its emissions, with a focus on reducing its carbon intensity in steel production, which was approximately 730 kg CO2e per tonne in 2024.

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39,449,000
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Scope 2
131,854,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vardhman Special Steels's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Vardhman Special Steels is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Vardhman Special Steels 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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