Vesuvius plc, commonly referred to as Vesuvius, is a leading British company specialising in the production of basic iron, steel, ferro-alloys, and related first products. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the company operates across key regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, serving the global steel industry. Founded in 1916, Vesuvius has a long-standing history of innovation and expertise in refractory solutions, which are essential for high-temperature industrial processes.
The company's core products include specialised refractory materials designed to withstand extreme conditions in steelmaking and foundry operations. Vesuvius is recognised for its advanced technological capabilities and commitment to quality, making it a trusted partner for steel producers worldwide. With a strong market position, Vesuvius continues to drive industry standards through its focus on sustainable and efficient metallurgical solutions.
+34 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Iron and Steel Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Iron and Steel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Vesuvius's reported carbon emissions
Vesuvius, a UK-based company operating in the basic iron and steel industry, reported a total of approximately 2.12 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 199.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 94 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1.9 billion kg CO2e.
For 2024, Vesuvius's total emissions were approximately 2.03 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 215.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 86 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.79 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, the company's total emissions amounted to approximately 1.99 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 169.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at roughly 38.1 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were around 1.78 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor.
Vesuvius has established several climate commitments and reduction targets. The company aims for a 20% reduction in CO2e emission intensity (Scope 1 and Scope 2) per metric tonne of product packed for shipment by 2025, against a 2019 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 50% reduction in total Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO2e emission intensity by 2035, also from a 2019 baseline. Vesuvius is committed to achieving net zero CO2e emissions by 2050 for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. They also aim to procure 100% carbon-free electricity by 2030. Previous targets included a 10% reduction in energy CO2e emissions per metric tonne of product packed for shipment (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 2025, compared to 2019.
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Vesuvius’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
9 goals2050
– Zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050
– 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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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