- Transitioning to a carbon-neutral future.
- Regulatory efforts to reduce GHG emissions.
- Water scarcity and regulations on effluents.
- Risks to employees and contractors working in the plants.
- Cybersecurity risks and increasing regulatory requirements.
Vardhman Special Steels Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-24 reporting, Vardhman Special Steels Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 166.1K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 36.8K tCO2e; Scope 2: 129.6K tCO2e. 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
166.1K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
2023-24
Water Usage
223.2K KL
2023-24
Waste
45.8K tons
2023-24
Energy Use
987.2K GJ
2023-24
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-24)
| 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). | 36.8K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 129.6K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions to 0.73 tons of carbon per ton of steel produced.
- 80% of final product consists of recycled scrap.
- Commissioning a solar power plant of 55 MW DC.
- Establishing more Miyawaki Forests.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Meet 40% of electricity consumption by solar energy by March 2025.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) EmissionsEnergy ManagementWater ManagementOccupational Health and SafetyCyber security