ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited, a prominent player in the steel industry, is headquartered in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa. Established in 1928, the company has evolved into a leading steel producer, with significant operations across various regions in South Africa. Specialising in the manufacture of flat and long steel products, ArcelorMittal South Africa is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core offerings include hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated steel products, which cater to diverse sectors such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing. As a subsidiary of the global ArcelorMittal group, the company holds a strong market position, contributing significantly to the local economy and employment. With a focus on sustainability and technological advancement, ArcelorMittal South Africa continues to set benchmarks in the steel industry.
How does ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited's score of 2 is lower than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited reported CO2 emissions of approximately 2,720 kg CO2e per tonne of liquid steel produced. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to monitoring its carbon footprint within the iron and steel sector. While specific Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions data were not disclosed, the company has shown a slight improvement in emissions intensity compared to 2020, where emissions were about 2,910 kg CO2e per tonne of liquid steel, and 2019, which recorded approximately 2,740 kg CO2e per tonne. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is part of an industry that is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and reducing its environmental impact, aligning with broader climate commitments within the steel industry.
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ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited 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.