SMURFIT Westrock Plc
SMURFIT Westrock Plc, a leading player in the packaging industry, is headquartered in Slovakia (SK) and operates extensively across Europe and North America. Founded through the merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, the company has established itself as a key provider of sustainable packaging solutions, focusing on corrugated containers and paper-based products. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, SMURFIT Westrock offers a diverse range of products, including custom packaging solutions that cater to various industries. The company is recognised for its advanced manufacturing processes and eco-friendly practices, positioning it as a market leader in sustainable packaging. Notable achievements include significant contributions to reducing carbon footprints and enhancing recycling efforts, solidifying its reputation as a responsible industry leader.
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SMURFIT Westrock Plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SMURFIT Westrock Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,454,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,674,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 9,452,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 4,700,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,150,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 750,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, SMURFIT Westrock has established near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 37.7% per tonne of saleable production by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Notably, a major upgrade at the Tres Barras paper mill in Brazil, completed in 2021, resulted in a 20% increase in production while achieving a reduction of approximately 12% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per tonne. The company is on track to meet its legacy targets of a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2005 baseline. Overall, SMURFIT Westrock Plc is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability within the paper and packaging industry.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,200,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 800,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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