Today, the Global Steel Climate Council (GSCC) announces the certification of Yamato Kogyo Co., Ltd.’s Corporate Average Steel Emissions Intensity (CASEI) and Science-Based Emissions Target (SBET). Yamato Kogyo’s SBET sets ambitious goals to reduce emissions for its hot-rolled steel production by 2030 and 2050, demonstrating strong leadership in advancing the steel industry’s decarbonization pathway.

“The GSCC welcomes our first certification in Japan and Asia, Yamato Kogyo. With this milestone, GSCC’s certified community continues to expand, building on a foundation where four certified members have already eliminated nearly 3 million metric tons of CO₂e through independently verified reductions. Yamato Kogyo’s commitment to reach 0.12 metric tons by 2050 exceeds the Steel Climate Standard‘s objective and brings ambitious, outcomes-based leadership to one of the world’s largest steelmaking regions.” Adina Renee Adler, Executive Director, GSCC

Yamato Kogyo’s submission and GSCC certification were independently verified by the Japan Management Association Sustainability Center, one of the GSCC-approved certification bodies. Using 2024 as its base year, Yamato Kogyo reported a CASEI of 0.88 t CO₂e per metric ton of hot-rolled steel. From that baseline, the company has set an interim SBET of 0.83 t CO₂e by 2030 and a long-term goal of just 0.12 t CO₂e by 2050, a target that exceeds the Standard’s objective. Both interim and long-term targets comply with the Standard, with the 2050 goal exceeding the Standard’s objective, underscoring Yamato Kogyo’s commitment to leading the industry toward deep decarbonization.

“We are honored that Yamato Kogyo’s emissions reduction targets have been formally certified as aligned with the international standard, the Steel Climate Standard, established by GSCC. This certification demonstrates to our stakeholders the credibility of our reduction targets and our efforts toward achieving them. We will continue advancing our emissions reduction initiatives and move forward steadily in our efforts.” Kazuhiro Tsukamoto, Representative Director, Managing Executive Officer, Head of Sustainability, Yamato Kogyo Co., Ltd.

Adopted in August 2023, the Standard is a global benchmark for measuring and reporting steel carbon emissions. It provides a science-based framework for members to obtain third-party certification of facility-specific emissions intensity and to conduct annual self-audits to demonstrate ongoing decarbonization progress and to help prevent the worst impacts of climate change. The Standard supports the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.

About Yamato

Yamato Kogyo Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based steel manufacturer specializing in electric arc furnace production using recycled steel scrap. Since its founding in 1944, Yamato Kogyo has played a vital role in developing social infrastructure through the manufacture of high-quality steel products and components. The company’s portfolio includes H-beams, channel steel, I-beams, sheet piles, and inverted angles. It is also a manufacturer of stern frames and produces steel castings and heavy industry products. The company has expanded its global presence to the United States, South Korea, and Southeast Asia.

About the Global Steel Climate Council

The Global Steel Climate Council (GSCC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing a technology-neutral, globally applicable standard for reducing steel emissions. By certifying science-based targets, promoting transparent carbon accounting, and encouraging investment in low-carbon technologies, GSCC empowers steel producers and consumers to achieve their decarbonization goals. Our members include steel manufacturers, associations, and organizations across the entire steel value chain, with a presence in more than 80 countries worldwide.