Severfield plc, a leading name in the structural steel industry, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1978, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality steel solutions across various sectors, including commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. With operational hubs in key regions such as the North of England and the Midlands, Severfield has successfully completed numerous landmark projects, showcasing its expertise in design, fabrication, and construction. The company’s core offerings include bespoke steel structures and innovative design solutions, setting it apart through its commitment to sustainability and safety. Severfield's market position is bolstered by its impressive portfolio, which features iconic developments and a track record of excellence in project delivery. Recognised for its engineering prowess, Severfield continues to lead the way in the UK’s structural steel market.
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In 2024, Severfield reported total carbon emissions of approximately 61,010,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3, and 2 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 6,101,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 3,478,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, with the largest contributions from purchased goods and services (about 184,090,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 6,979,000 kg CO2e). Severfield has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by FY2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.4% by FY2033, using FY2023 as the baseline. Additionally, Severfield aims to achieve a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2040 and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Severfield's commitment to sustainability reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the construction and engineering sector.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 6,244,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,667,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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