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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In 2023, SMURFIT Westrock Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,700,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,150,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 750,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes. In the near term, SMURFIT Westrock is targeting a reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 37.7% per tonne of saleable production by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Additionally, they have achieved a 12% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per tonne due to upgrades at their Tres Barras paper mill in Brazil, completed in 2021. These initiatives reflect SMURFIT Westrock's commitment to sustainability and their proactive approach to addressing climate change within the forest and paper products sector.
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2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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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