- Challenging market environment impacting profitability
- Scarcity of technical and engineering skills
- Proposed carbon tax legislation
- Capital constraints hindering environmental improvement projects
- Community concerns regarding environmental impact
- PAIA matter regarding access to environmental documents
ArcelorMittal South Africa
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2013 reporting, ArcelorMittal South Africa disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 15.2 million tonnes CO2e (Scope 1 and 2). By scope: Scope 1: 11.54 million tonnes CO2e; Scope 2: 3.66 million tonnes CO2e. 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
15.2 million tonnes CO2e (Scope 1 and 2)
2013
Water Usage
17.5 million kL
2013
Waste
1.65 million tonnes
2013
Energy Use
125 PJ
2013
📊 Emissions by Scope (2013)
| 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). | 11.54 million tonnes CO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 3.66 million tonnes CO2e |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 15.2 million tonnes CO2e (Scope 1 and 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced water intake for steel production by 47.75% since 2005
- Reduced overall point source particulate emissions to 0.50kg/tonne of liquid steel (2012: 0.78kg/tonne)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Zero fatalities
- Minimum level-3 compliance with fatality prevention standards
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve zero effluent discharge status at Newcastle Works
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Health and SafetyEnvironmental SustainabilityCommunity EngagementGovernance