Waupaca Foundry, a leading manufacturer in the iron casting industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across various regions. Established in 1972, the company has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality grey and ductile iron castings, primarily serving the automotive, agricultural, and industrial sectors. Waupaca Foundry is renowned for its innovative approach to casting technology, utilising advanced processes that enhance product durability and performance. With a commitment to sustainability, the company has achieved notable milestones, including significant reductions in energy consumption and waste. As one of the largest iron foundries in North America, Waupaca Foundry continues to solidify its market position through exceptional customer service and a diverse product portfolio, making it a trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and efficient casting solutions.
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Waupaca Foundry's score of 18 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Waupaca Foundry reported total carbon emissions of approximately 899,981,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 4,242,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 1,046,888,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to reduce energy intensity by 25% by 2020, which was aimed at both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Waupaca Foundry has publicly endorsed the U.S. Department of Energy’s Accelerate Energy Productivity 2030 goal, aiming to double U.S. energy productivity by 2030. Additionally, the company is working towards net zero emissions goals targeted for 2030-2050, focusing on alternative strategies to reduce carbon emissions across both Scope 1 and Scope 2. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Waupaca Foundry, Inc. independently reports its emissions and climate initiatives. The company continues to strive for improvements in its sustainability practices within the iron and steel industry.
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2014 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,472,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Waupaca Foundry is not participating in any 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.