Outokumpu, a leading global stainless steel manufacturer, is headquartered in Finland (FI) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1910, the company has established itself as a key player in the stainless steel industry, focusing on the production of high-quality stainless steel products for various sectors, including construction, automotive, and energy. Outokumpu's core offerings include a diverse range of stainless steel grades and products, such as coils, sheets, and plates, distinguished by their durability and corrosion resistance. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a pioneer in eco-friendly steel production. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Outokumpu continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in the global stainless steel supply chain.
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In 2024, Outokumpu reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,702,456,000 kg CO2e, comprising 990,643,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 365,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,347,109,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 5,588,062,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,213,634,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,210,872,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 3,163,556,000 kg CO2e. Outokumpu is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 across all scopes of emissions. This long-term target includes specific commitments for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as well as a goal to make the Kemi mine the world’s first carbon-neutral operating mine by 2025. Additionally, the company aims to reduce its direct (Scope 1), indirect (Scope 2), and supply chain (Scope 3) emission intensity by 42% per tonne of stainless steel by 2030, using 2016 as the baseline year. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Outokumpu Oyj, with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 52,294,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 108,162,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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