Metsa
Metsä Group, headquartered in Finland (FI), is a leading player in the forest industry, specialising in sustainable wood supply and innovative bioproducts. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, particularly in the Nordic region, and has made significant strides in promoting sustainable forestry practices. Metsä Group's core offerings include high-quality wood products, paper, and packaging solutions, all designed with a focus on sustainability and circular economy principles. Their commitment to innovation is evident in their development of bioproducts that contribute to a greener future. Recognised for its market leadership, Metsä Group has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable forestry and a robust supply chain that supports eco-friendly practices. With a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability, Metsä Group continues to set benchmarks in the forest industry.
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Metsa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Metsä Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 192,098,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 84,989,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 1,789,138,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 1,792,006,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 202,227,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,747,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Metsä Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for 100% reduction in fossil-based CO2 emissions from both Scope 1 and market-based Scope 2 by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This goal reflects a commitment to eliminate fossil fuel use in production processes. The company has already achieved a 6% reduction in fossil CO2 emissions from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, Metsä Group is targeting a 30% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from marine transport by 2030, in collaboration with Royal Wagenborg. The overarching aim is to achieve fossil-free production and products by the end of 2030, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 310,232,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 296,282,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,058,455,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Metsa is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
