Sustainability - Coen Steel

Our Sustainability Vision

Reinforcing a Sustainable Future Through Strength and Innovation

At Coen Steel, sustainability is more than an operational target; it’s central to how we build lead, and grow. As a robust, financially secure Irish business with over 135 years of heritage, our ambition is clear:

To lead the steel industry in delivering innovative, low-carbon, and responsibly sourced solutions for construction and engineering partners across Ireland and the UK.

We believe that resilience, innovation and responsibility are inseparable. Our sustainability strategy is built around three core pillars Together, these pillars form the foundation of our ESG Framework, which guides all aspects of our operations, from capital investment to recruitment and reporting.

Environmental Responsibility

Reducing emmisions, minimising waste and sourcing sustainability.

Social Responsibility

Empowering a diverse and inclusive team, engaging positively with our communities.

Governance and Ethics

Upholding the highest standards in transparency, integrity and accountability

Certifications That Demonstrate Our Commitment

Coen Steel holds multiple certifications that underpin our environmental and quality standards. This commitment is part of our legacy, as Coen Steel was the first steel stockholder in Ireland to receive a CARES accreditation in 1994. Our integrated approach means that these certifications serve as drivers for continuous improvement. Since then, we have gone on to secure and maintain multiple accreditations:

Sustainable Constructional Steel Scheme

Quality Management System Certification

Environmental Management System Certification

Occupational Health and Safety Management System Certification

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A Culture of Continuous Improvement

Our legacy as a family business is one of agility and reinvestment. Today, that means taking a proactive approach to:

Transparent, third-party certified practices

Investment in digital tools and lean manufacturing

Sustainable product development (e.g. zero-carbon steel, modular-ready solutions)

Long-term partnerships built on trust and mutual value

We were proud to be recognised in 2024 as one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies by Deloitte, reflecting the resilience of our strategy and the strength of our team.

Our Vision in Practise

Sustainability with purpose. Our progress, our commitment

Ireland’s first stockholder of zero-carbon steel

On track to adopt fossil-free steel by 2030

460 kgCO₂e per tonne – our measured Global Warming Potential

Significant investment in our state-of-the-art production facility

Material efficiency of 98% – committed to working with a supplier focused on sustainability

CARES SCS (1 Rosette), BES 6001, ISO 9001/14001/45001 certified

Detailed annual Sustainability Report shared publicly

100% of energy from renewable sources, including solar panels

First to achieve CARES SCS accreditation in Ireland.

Recruited resource dedicated to delivering our vision for sustainability

Our commitment to sustainability has led to significant achievements, including being recognised as one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies by Deloitte in 2024 and being one of the first to achieve CARES SCS accreditation in Ireland.
This is sustainability with purpose, driven by people, informed by data, and grounded in action.