- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events (Hurricane Ida, flooding at Pau Branco mine).
- Rising energy costs.
- Water scarcity risks.
- Risks related to changes in regulations and standards (EU ETS, CBAM).
- Stakeholder demands for improved environmental performance.
Vallourec
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Vallourec disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 7.7M tCO2e/year (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 925.0K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 2: 96.0K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 3: 6.7M tCO2e/year (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
7.7M tCO2e/year (2023)
2023
Renewable Energy
38% (2023)
of total energy
Water Usage
9.8M m3/year (2023)
2023
Waste
15.9K tons/year (2023)
2023
Energy Use
5.7K GWh/year (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). | 925.0K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 96.0K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 6.7M tCO2e/year (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 | 7.7M tCO2e/year (2023) |
| 2015-2016 | 402.3K tCO2/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Met 2025 CO2 reduction targets two years ahead of schedule.
- Reduced CO2 footprint by 15% in 2023 compared to 2022.
- Waste recovery rate of 97.6% in 2023.
- 11% of water requirements for tube production supplied by rainwater.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 10% per metric ton processed by 2025 (compared to 2017).
- Achieve 98% waste recovery rate by 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce CO2 intensity of products sold by 30% by 2030 (compared to 2021).
- Reduce CO2 intensity of products sold by 35% by 2035 (compared to 2021).
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWater ManagementWaste ManagementBiodiversityHealth and SafetyDiversity and InclusionBusiness Ethics and ComplianceResponsible ProcurementHuman Rights