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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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44

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.

1

Industry Benchmark

Voestalpine's score of 44 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Voestalpine's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Voestalpine reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,700,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 12,100,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 800,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 9,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2029, using 2019 as the baseline year. In addition, Voestalpine's High Performance Metals Division plans to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. The company is also committed to achieving carbon-neutral production by 2050, transitioning from coal to renewable energy sources and green hydrogen. This long-term strategy aligns with the EU emissions trading targets and reflects Voestalpine's dedication to sustainable practices in the steel industry.

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Scope 1
11,400,000,000
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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
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000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
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

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Voestalpine's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is high 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. This request for Voestalpine is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Voestalpine is participating in some of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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