Voestalpine
Voestalpine AG, headquartered in Linz, Austria, is a leading global player in the steel and technology industry. Founded in 1938, the company has evolved into a key provider of high-quality steel products and innovative solutions across various sectors, including automotive, aerospace, and construction. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Voestalpine is renowned for its advanced manufacturing processes and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core offerings include flat steel products, long products, and special steel grades, distinguished by their exceptional quality and performance. Voestalpine's dedication to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as pioneering high-strength steel solutions. This focus on innovation and excellence has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the global steel market.
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Voestalpine's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Voestalpine reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 12.1 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 800 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 9.8 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s emissions were approximately 26 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1.25 trillion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 8 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions approximately 26 billion kg CO2e. Voestalpine has set ambitious reduction targets as part of its climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% and Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2029, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the High Performance Metals Division plans to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. By 2050, Voestalpine is committed to achieving carbon-neutral production, transitioning from coal to renewable energy sources and green hydrogen. These targets align with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), which has validated Voestalpine's commitment to reducing emissions in line with global climate goals. The company is actively exploring technologies to decarbonise its production processes, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 at the latest.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,400,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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