- Continuing to incorporate elements or coproducts to replace the use of non-renewable raw materials.
- Expanding the types and quantities of waste currently destined for final disposal.
- Water scarcity in the operating regions.
Aceros AZA S.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Aceros AZA S.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 97.7K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 47.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 0 tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 50.4K tCO2e/year. 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
97.7K tCO2e/year
2022
Renewable Energy
100%
of total energy
Water Usage
497.7K m3/year (Renca) + 474766 m3/year (Colina)
2022
Waste
102.8K tons/year
2022
Energy Use
1.9M GJ/year
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 47.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 50.4K tCO2e/year |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 97.7K tCO2e/year |
| 2021 | 210.4K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved a 69% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2019 (surpassing the 2030 target).
- Achieved a 7% reduction in energy consumption compared to 2019 (meeting the 2025 target).
- 100% of electricity used comes from renewable sources.
- Reduced water consumption by 12% compared to 2019.
- Recycled over 5,000 tons of ecoáridos®.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 20% reduction in water consumption per ton of steel by 2030 (compared to 2019).
📅 Medium-term
- 50% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 (compared to 2019).
🔭 Long-term
- Net Zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Circular EconomyClimate ChangeWater ManagementAir QualityNoise Pollution