Sanyo Special Steel
Sanyo Special Steel Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Sanyo Steel, is a prominent player in the basic iron and steel industry, specialising in ferro-alloys and their first products. Headquartered in Japan, Sanyo Steel operates across various regions, focusing on delivering high-quality steel solutions to meet diverse industrial needs. Founded in 1932, the company has achieved significant milestones, establishing itself as a leader in the production of special steel products.
Sanyo Steel's core offerings include high-performance steel bars, wire rods, and other specialised materials, renowned for their exceptional strength and durability. The company’s commitment to innovation and quality has solidified its market position, making it a trusted supplier for industries such as automotive, machinery, and construction. With a legacy of excellence, Sanyo Steel continues to drive advancements in steel manufacturing, contributing to the global steel market.
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Sanyo Special Steel’s score of 36 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Iron and Steel Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Iron and Steel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sanyo Special Steel's reported carbon emissions
Sanyo Special Steel Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan and operating within the basic iron and steel industry, has reported significant carbon emissions. In 2024, the company's total global emissions, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3, were approximately 1.83 billion kg CO2e, broken down into 242 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 313 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1.28 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. This represents a decrease from previous years, with total emissions in 2021 standing at approximately 2.42 billion kg CO2e (717 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 & 2, and 1.74 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3).
The company is committed to climate action, evidenced by its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. Sanyo Special Steel has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2021 as a base year. Furthermore, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets are classified as aligned with keeping warming to 1.5°C.
Sanyo Special Steel's data is cascaded from its parent organisation, Sanyo Special Steel Co., Ltd., with the company itself being a current subsidiary. This means that certain climate commitments and performance data may be inherited from the ultimate parent organisation.
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Sanyo Special Steel’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2040
50% reduction in Scope 1
The hydrogen initiative will enable us to reduce the CO2 emissions in our production by approximately 50 % compared to base year 2015 and th…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Inherited from Nippon Steel CorporationEmissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2024
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