- High GHG emissions from production processes.
- High energy consumption in steel production.
- Depletion of natural resources due to the use of virgin raw materials.
- Land occupation and pollution due to waste generation.
- Damage to ecosystems due to water consumption.
- Potential damage to the ecosystem and people from air pollutants.
- Potential for unfair business practices.
- Potential effects on end-consumer safety due to product unreliability.
- Potential for discrimination in the workplace.
- Potential for human rights violations along the value chain.
Rodasteel Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Rodasteel Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 97.0K tCO2e (Location Based Scope 2); 114667 tCO2e (Market Based Scope 2). By scope: Scope 1: 25.6K tCO2e; Scope 2: 18.8K tCO2e (LB); 24605 tCO2e (MB). 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
97.0K tCO2e (Location Based Scope 2); 114667 tCO2e (Market Based Scope 2)
2022
Water Usage
345.8K m3
2022
Waste
71.7K tons
2022
Energy Use
785.1K GJ
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). | 25.6K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 18.8K tCO2e (LB); 24605 tCO2e (MB) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Implemented energy saving and energy efficiency initiatives, resulting in a 6% decrease in energy consumption in 2022 compared to 2021.
- Reduced water withdrawals by 16% in 2022 compared to 2021.
- Increased waste recovery/recycling treatment to 56% in 2022.
- Significant reduction in river water consumption at Olarra plant (-33% compared to 2021) due to investment in a new cooling system.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Attention to employees and their developmentEnergy consumption and climate changeSocio-economic value creation and support for local communitiesCircular economyAir pollutant emissionsWater resources managementBusiness integrityProduct quality and innovationRespect for and protection of human rightsWorker health and safety