BioScience was hired , who carried out the inventory of greenhouse gases and the calculation of the company's carbon footprint based on the methodological guidelines of the GHG Protocol complemented by the ISO 14064 standard.
SANTO DOMINGO.- The multinational steel company Gerdau Metaldom conducted a greenhouse gas inventory for the period 2019-2021, which showed a 30% reduction in the intensity of its controlled direct and indirect emissions, resulting in the manufacture of steel products with a smaller environmental footprint and greater productivity.
"This achievement was part of the operational eco-efficiency initiatives implemented, including the use of cleaner fuels and renewable energy, allowing the company to increase its productivity by 37.6%, which guaranteed the supply of national production in the face of situations such as the pandemic and the war between Russia and Ukraine," states a document posted on the company's website.
BioScience was hired , who carried out the inventory of greenhouse gases and the calculation of the company's carbon footprint based on the methodological guidelines of the GHG Protocol complemented by the ISO 14064 standard.
The company's Director of People Management and Sustainability, Ingrid Lapaix, stated: “At Gerdau Metaldom, we are strongly committed to sustainability, which is why we have incorporated ESG criteria into our strategy. Our commitment to building a sustainable future for new generations is unwavering.”.
Gerdau Metaldom has a sustainability strategy, identifies and maps risks and opportunities arising from climate change, and aligns its initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
About Gerdadu Metaldom
It is an industrial company specializing in the production and sale of steel for construction.
"At Gerdau Metaldom, our people are the driving force behind our results, embracing every challenge that comes their way. We have top talent and a development plan that fosters professional growth. We believe in internal promotion and cultivate a culture based on openness, simplicity, and people-to-people relationships. Everyone contributes to Gerdau Metaldom's success, and together we build transformative solutions," the company states on its website.
