BlueScope Steel Ltd
BlueScope Steel's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, BlueScope Steel completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
BlueScope Steel has also provided a category-level breakdown for 15 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Insights into BlueScope Steel's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of BlueScope Steel amounted to 10,250,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
0BlueScope Steel's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are BlueScope Steel's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of BlueScope Steel were 8,500,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has BlueScope Steel reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, BlueScope Steel's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 1.05%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), BlueScope Steel's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that BlueScope Steel's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a
What are BlueScope Steel's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,750,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has BlueScope Steel reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, BlueScope Steel's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that BlueScope Steel's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), BlueScope Steel's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that BlueScope Steel's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
What methodology does BlueScope Steel use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a
BlueScope Steel's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
Insights into BlueScope Steel's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported 12,310,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of BlueScope Steel includes a breakdown across 15 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
BlueScope Steel's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are BlueScope Steel's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported total Scope 3 emissions of 12,310,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 71.32% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 28.68% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has BlueScope Steel reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, BlueScope Steel's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 10.9%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), BlueScope Steel's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that BlueScope Steel's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does BlueScope Steel disclose?
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported emissions for 15 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of BlueScope Steel's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to BlueScope Steel's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 7,230,000 tCO₂e (58.73%)
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 1,600,000 tCO₂e (13%)
- Processing of Sold Products (Cat. 10): 1,530,000 tCO₂e (12.43%)
BlueScope Steel's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into BlueScope Steel’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 8,500,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 11,345 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 749.21 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
BlueScope Steel's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does BlueScope Steel's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 749.21 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 214.34, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does BlueScope Steel rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, BlueScope Steel ranked 17 out of 18 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
This places BlueScope Steel among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into BlueScope Steel's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, BlueScope Steel reported a total carbon footprint of 22,560,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.04% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a
The largest contributor to BlueScope Steel's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 54.57% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 37.68%.a