2024 Sustainability Update
To learn more about our environmental stewardship practices, read the “Passion” section of our latest sustainability report.
Sustainability
Environmental Stewardship
Operating responsibly and contributing to the circular economy are key to our environmental strategy and shared commitment to make the world a better place.
Metallus is proud to contribute to the circular economy by transforming scrap metals into valuable products. Concurrent with our firm commitment to sustainability, we prioritize the use of recycled materials in our manufacturing processes.
Over 90% of our raw materials come from recycled materials.
By embracing this recycling mindset, we not only minimize waste, we also reduce the need for virgin materials, conserving natural resources and minimizing our environmental footprint. As part of our environmental stewardship efforts, we continually strive to identify various efforts within our own operations to limit waste, reduce air and GHG emissions, optimize efficiency, and manage water responsibly.
Environmental Goals
All 2030 targets are based on the company’s operating assets as of 2018 and do not account for any future inorganic growth or other expansion of its facilities or operating assets, for which an adjustment to the absolute reduction may be required.
40%
absolute reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions
35%
absolute reduction in fresh water withdrawn
30%
absolute reduction in total energy consumption (direct and indirect)
10%
reduction in waste-to-landfill intensity
Environmental Management Practices
Our environmental efforts are focused on maintaining clean air, water, and land, while complying with environmental rules and regulations. Through the integration of material efficiency, conservation of energy, and responsible natural resource use, we aim to continually lessen our products’ environmental impact.
Energy Efficiency
Implemented ultrasonic technology to detect air and natural gas leaks throughout our facilities, improving energy efficiency while enhancing safety.
Decarbonization
Joined the Global Steel Climate Council to validate our 2030 targets as science-based and drive efforts around emissions reductions across the steel value chain.
Biodiversity
Began assessments of biodiversity and associated risks across Canton Campus using an online dashboard application to gain a better understanding of our collective conversation efforts and guide better operational decision-making.
Water Management
Enhanced our wastewater treatment process with an ultrafiltration system, decreasing reliance on chemicals to treat our water.
Case Studies
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ISO 14001 Compliance Ensures Responsible Environmental Programs 24/7, 365
Our environmental practices are based on an ISO 14001 environmental management system (EMS). This approach establishes a framework for proactive innovation and collaboration within our organization. It encourages employees at all levels to actively contribute to our environmental programs, leveraging their expertise to identify new opportunities for improvement and drive positive change.
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Wastewater Treatment Plant (Iron Recovery)
As part of our efforts to reduce waste and provide clean water back to the natural environment, we’ve implemented an iron recovery system to recover otherwise landfilled iron material from our wastewater treatment process. While we are prospecting value-add facilities to send this material to, it is currently stored safely on site for future use.
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Recycling Center
Our on-site recycling center allows us to have one single point of collection for hard to recycle items such as batteries, light bulbs, aerosol cans, and other liquids. We follow strict procedures for handling, sorting, and storage to ensure the items are recycled properly and responsibly.