Baosteel
Baosteel, officially known as Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd., is a leading player in the global steel industry, headquartered in Shanghai, China. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a key manufacturer of high-quality steel products, serving various sectors including automotive, construction, and energy. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Baosteel is renowned for its innovative production techniques and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of core products, including hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel sheets, which are distinguished by their superior strength and durability. As one of the largest steel producers in the world, Baosteel has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in technology and environmental practices, solidifying its market position and reputation for excellence in the steel manufacturing sector.
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Baosteel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Baosteel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,617,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 285,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,753,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined emissions from Scope 1 and 2 amounted to about 10,781,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has set a long-term commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060, aligning with China's national goal. This commitment reflects Baosteel's recognition of the urgent need to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. In previous years, Baosteel's emissions were also significant, with 10,418,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 9,732,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 for Scope 1. The company continues to disclose emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact. As part of the iron and steel industry, Baosteel is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining its production efficiency.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,768,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 402,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,436,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Baosteel is participating in some 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.
