- Risks related to evolving regulatory requirements and investor and public sentiment related to climate change.
- Our reliance on metallurgical coal and fossil fuels in our production process.
- Extreme weather events and changing climate conditions.
- Technical limitations to directly reduce GHG emissions from our production process, paired with opportunities associated with our high-quality, high-CSR coke and more environmentally sound heat-recovery technology.
- The ability to adjust and adapt our operations in the face of increased regulation, investor and community interest, inclement weather, and other effects of climate change.
- GHG and other air emissions created by our manufacturing processes.
- Potential impacts of a new or more stringent GHG emissions standard
- Reputational risks associated with participation in the coal and fossil fuels industries.
- Climate risk mitigation
- Extreme weather (e.g., flooding, hurricanes, polar vortex), and prolonged changes in energy consumption due to warmer winters
SunCoke Energy, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, SunCoke Energy, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 4.53 million tCO2e (2022); 4.38 million tCO2e (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 4.53 (2022); 4.38 (2023); Scope 2: 0.14 (2022); 0.15 (2023). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
4.53 million tCO2e (2022); 4.38 million tCO2e (2023)
2023
Water Usage
6.3M m3 (2022); 6576000 m3 (2023)
2023
Waste
154.6 thousand tons (2022); 163.5 thousand tons (2023)
2023
Energy Use
94.8K TJ (2022); 94304.6 TJ (2023)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 4.53 (2022); 4.38 (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0.14 (2022); 0.15 (2023) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 4.53 million tCO2e (2022); 4.38 million tCO2e (2023) |
| 2022 | 4.5 million metric tons CO2e (Scope 1); 0.14 million metric tons CO2e (Scope 2) |
| 2021 | 4.2 million metric tons CO2e (Scope 1); 0.13 million metric tons CO2e (Scope 2) |
| 2020 | 4.2 million mtons CO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Completed a capital project for foundry coke screening at our Jewell plant that allows for more efficient and effective sorting of foundry coke prior to shipment—saving time, increasing product yield, lowering emissions, and more efficiently allocating operational expenses.
- SunCoke heat recovery technology generated enough electricity to power 63,000 homes in 2023.
- Recycled 75% of coke quenching water.
- Achieved zero reportable waste-related spills at all locations.
- Successfully managed environmental compliance.
- Maintained our strict environmental management program.
- Continued adherence to best air pollution control practices.
- Produced more electricity via our production process than the electricity consumed by it.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Continue to work toward our safety goal of zero incidents.
- Advance our climate and sustainability priorities.
- Continue allocating capital to projects that increase operational and environmental performance.
- Work to obtain third-party verification for Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Occupational Health & SafetyAdvanced Technology for Leading Environmental and Operational PerformanceInnovation and Evolution of Products & ServicesEnvironmental ComplianceClimate Change ManagementWasteAir EmissionsCommunity Engagement & RelationsEnergyEmployee Development, Retention, and Diversity