- Reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions (primarily from diesel trucks, electricity, and natural gas usage).
- Maintaining data security in the face of increasing cyberattacks.
Ryerson
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, Ryerson disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 98.0K tCO2e/year (2021). By scope: Scope 1: 67.6K tCO2e/year (2021). 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
98.0K tCO2e/year (2021)
2021
Energy Use
66.5M MWh/year (2021)
2021
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| 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). | 67.6K tCO2e/year (2021) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Recycled 78,000 tons of metal back into the circular economy in 2021
- Achieved a 2021 OSHA rate lower than the industry average.
- Developed carbon calculators to estimate emissions for Ryerson and its customers.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2040.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Energy and EmissionsTalent and Future WorkforceCircular Economy and Sustainable ProductsData Security