Graftech
GrafTech International Holdings Inc., commonly known as GrafTech, is a leading provider of advanced graphite products and solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1886, the company has established a strong presence in the graphite industry, particularly in the production of high-quality graphite electrodes and petroleum needle coke, essential for electric arc furnace steelmaking. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, GrafTech has consistently positioned itself as a market leader, renowned for its innovative manufacturing processes and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core offerings, including its proprietary Ultra-High Power (UHP) graphite electrodes, are distinguished by their superior performance and reliability, catering to the evolving needs of the steel and aluminium industries. GrafTech's dedication to quality and innovation has earned it a notable reputation, solidifying its status as a trusted partner in the global market.
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Graftech's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Graftech reported total carbon emissions of approximately 111,555,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 40,807,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 221,857,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 107,633,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 129,631,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 237,264,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Graftech's emissions have fluctuated, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 156,987,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 157,580,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, culminating in a total of around 314,567,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company reported approximately 178,626,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 188,740,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a total of around 367,366,000 kg CO2e. Graftech has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company operates under GrafTech International Ltd. and does not inherit emissions data from a parent organisation. Overall, Graftech's emissions data reflects their ongoing operations in the carbon-intensive industry, with a need for strategic initiatives to address their carbon footprint effectively.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 190,847,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 242,958,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Graftech 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.
