| Environmental performance |
| Indicator | Relevance | Our Sustainability Principles | Relevant UNSDG* |
| 1. | GHG emissions intensity | The production of steel is a carbon-intensive activity. Emissions from the steel industry, the majority of which come from carbon dioxide (CO2) represent 7% – 8% of global anthropogenic GHG emissions. Nonetheless, the steel industry is committed to continuing to reduce the carbon footprint from its operations. Achieving the drastic emissions reductions required will demand a fundamental transformation in how iron and steel are produced. | Climate action | Proactively address climate change and take effective actions to minimise the industry’s GHG emissions. | 7. Affordable & clean energy
13. Climate Action |
| 2. | Energy intensity | Steel production remains energy-intensive. The steel industry is focusing on increasing the energy efficiency of its operations and the proportion of low-carbon resources used. |
| 3. | Renewable energy consumption | The transition to renewable energy sources is essential to reduce the carbon footprint of steel production. Increasing the share of renewable energy in operations supports decarbonisation and enhances long-term energy security. |
| 4. | Material efficiency | The recovery and use of co products within and outside the steel industry combined with the responsible management of natural resources contribute to material efficiency and a circular economy. | Circular economy | Maximise the efficient use of resources throughout the life cycle of steel products and support society to achieve a circular economy. | 12. Responsible consumption & production |
| 5. | Environmental management system (EMS) | Registered environmental management systems are an effective way to manage environmental performance and to ensure legal compliance. | Environmental care | Conduct operations in an environmentally responsible manner. | 3. Good health & well-being
6. Clean water & sanitation
11. Sustainable cities & communities
12. Responsible consumption & production
14. Life below water
15. Life on land |
| 6. | SOx emissions intensity | Monitoring and reducing SOx emissions are essential to minimise environmental impact and protect human health and ecosystems. |
| 7. | NOx emissions
intensity | Monitoring and reducing NOx emissions are essential to minimise environmental impact and protect human health and ecosystems. |
| 8. | Dust emissions
intensity | Controlling and reducing dust emissions helps create a cleaner working environment and reduces the impact on surrounding communities. |
| 9. | Fresh water
withdrawal | Water is a vital resource for steel production. Monitoring and managing fresh water withdrawal levels ensures responsible water use and minimises the impact on local water sources and ecosystems. |
| 10. | Fresh water
consumption | Reducing freshwater consumption through recycling and efficient water management contributes to sustainable
operations and helps protect water availability for local communities and ecosystems. |
| Social performance |
| Indicator | Relevance | Our Sustainability Principles | Relevant UNSDG* |
| 11. | Lost time injury frequency rate (LTIFR) | All injuries and work-related illness can and must be prevented. Measuring safety performance is one aspect of achieving good safety and health standards. | Safety and health | Maintain a safe and healthy workplace and act on health and safety incidents, risks and opportunities. | 3. Good health & well-being
8. Decent work & economic growth |
| 12. | Employee training | Human capital is a key asset for all organisations and a main driver for the creation of value. Training programmes aim to expand the knowledge and skills of employees and help them to make the best use of their talents. | Our people | Enable our people to realise their potential while providing them with an inclusive and fair working environment. | 4. Quality education
5. Gender equality
8. Decent work & economic growth |
| 13. | Women in
workforce | Diversity in the workforce strengthens organisational performance and innovation. Increasing the representation of women in all areas of the business promotes inclusivity and gender equality. |
| 14. | Women on the
board | Balanced representation in leadership fosters better decision-making and reflects the company’s commitment to diversity and equality at all levels of governance. |
| 15. | Community
investment | Steel operations are closely linked to the well-being of local communities. Investing in community development supports social inclusion, local economies, and long-term shared value creation. | Local
communities | Build trust and create
constructive relationships with local communities. | 11. Sustainable
cities &
communities |
| Economic performance |
| Indicator | Relevance | Our Sustainability Principles | Relevant UNSDG* |
| 16. | Investment in new processes and products | Investments in new processes and R&D contribute to a sustainable steel industry. | Innovation and prosperity | Pursue innovations for technologies and products to achieve sustainable economic development. | 1. No poverty
8. Decent work & economic growth
9. Industry, innovation &
infrastructure |
| 17. | Economic value distributed (EVD) | Steel is critical to economic growth. It is important to quantify the value companies create and to establish how much of this wealth is distributed to society. |
| Governance performance |
| Indicator | Relevance | Our Sustainability Principles | Relevant UNSDG* |
| 18. | Supply chain assessment | Responsible sourcing practices help ensure that suppliers adhere to environmental, social, and ethical standards, strengthening sustainability across the entire value chain. | Responsible
value chains | Lead responsible business
practices through the value chain. | 12. Responsible
consumption &
production |
| 19. | Employee education on business ethics | Ethical awareness and responsible behaviour are key to maintaining trust and integrity. Education on business ethics helps employees uphold high standards of transparency and accountability. | Ethical and
transparent
operations | Conduct operations with high standards and transparent
processes. | 17. Peace, justice and strong
institutions |