Usiminas Sustainability Profile
Usiminas, officially known as Usinas Siderúrgicas de Minas Gerais S.A., is a prominent player in the steel industry, headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Founded in 1956, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of flat steel products, catering to various sectors including automotive, construction, and machinery. With major operational regions across Minas Gerais and São Paulo, Usiminas boasts a diverse portfolio that includes hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated steel products. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, positioning itself as a key supplier in the Brazilian market. Notable achievements include significant investments in technology and environmental initiatives, reinforcing its status as a competitive force in the global steel landscape.
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Usiminas's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Usiminas reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 4,740,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 50,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 715,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data reflects their global operations and highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint. Usiminas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 17% reduction in absolute direct CO2 emissions (Scope 1) by 2021 compared to the previous year. Additionally, they target a 2.5% reduction in indirect emissions (Scope 2) for the same timeframe. Looking towards the future, Usiminas is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company also aims to reduce emissions intensity by 15% by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, measured in tonnes of CO2 per tonne of crude steel produced. These initiatives demonstrate Usiminas's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their environmental impact. Overall, Usiminas's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and carbon neutrality in the steel industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,452.3 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Usiminas's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Usiminas has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
