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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Voestalpine'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.

50

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

Voestalpine's score of 50 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Voestalpine's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Voestalpine reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,700,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 8,700,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 530,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,700,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2029, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Voestalpine is committed to a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Looking towards the long term, Voestalpine has initiated the "CO2UNTDOWN" project, targeting net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2035. This commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Voestalpine's dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the steel and metal sector.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
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
Scope 2
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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 medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

Very low
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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Voestalpine is headquartered in AT, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Voestalpine is committed to some 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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