Climate account - a prerequisite for ambitious climate goals
Give Steel is working actively to reduce CO2 emissions associated with all our upstream and downstream activities. To measure, track progress and report all our scope 1,2 and 3 emissions, we have been submitting CO2 emission climate accounts since 2021.
We had Environmental Product Declarations/EPDs before any of our competitors and are continually working towards accommodating the newest requirements for climate documentation as demanded by customers and the authorities.
We have been working on our sustainability strategy since the first time we ever submitted a climate account.
Not only does a climate account provide our external stakeholders with insights into our own progress with emissions; it also gives good reason to look inwards and evaluate where Give Steel can reduce our emissions in the future.
Climate Account - split into scopes
| Scopes | 2025 (t CO2 -e) |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1.303 |
| Scope 2 | 173 |
| Scope 3 | 60.230 |
| Total | 62.706 |
Scope 1 & 2 – Internal emissions
The carbon accounts for 2025 show that the largest climate impact continues to lie within Scope 3, which accounts for 97.6% of total emissions, while Scope 1 and 2 together account for 2.4%. Although our greatest reduction potential lies within the value chain (Scope 3), we are working systematically to eliminate emissions from our own operations. Efforts within Scope 1 and 2 are primarily focused on energy optimisation and a complete transition to renewable energy sources.
Scope 3 – Indirect emissions from the company’s lifecycle
The majority of our emissions are directly linked to the production of the steel we procure. Raw materials therefore constitute the largest share of our carbon footprint, and our procurement strategy is the most important tool for reducing our overall climate impact. At the same time, we are proactively advising customers on potential CO2 savings already at the design stage of projects.
The 2025 carbon accounts show an increase in leased assets (upstream), including cranes and machinery on construction sites, as a result of increasingly large-scale projects. In addition, there is a rise in the processing of sold products, primarily related to increased external galvanisation.
At the same time, the carbon accounts show a decrease in transport to construction sites, a reduction in fuel- and energy-related activities, less waste, and a decline in the end-of-life treatment of steel. This reflects a generally lower level of activity in 2025 compared to the previous year.
Reporting and Documentation
As a supplier to owners of major projects and big contractors, the EU stipulates the following sustainability requirements: EU taxonomy, CSRD and CSDD. These are important motivators for our ESG reporting and supply chain management.
Contact us if you are subject to particular documentation requirements.