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APP China

APP China, officially known as Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), is a leading player in the pulp and paper industry, headquartered in China (CN). Established in 1994, the company has expanded its operations across major regions in Asia, focusing on sustainable practices and innovative solutions. APP China is renowned for its diverse range of products, including paper, packaging, and tissue products, all crafted with a commitment to environmental stewardship. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as implementing advanced technologies to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste. With a strong market position, APP China is recognised for its dedication to sustainability and quality, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking eco-friendly paper solutions. Its ongoing efforts in responsible sourcing and community engagement further solidify its reputation as a leader in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does APP China's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

17

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

APP China's score of 17 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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APP China's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, APP China reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,143,499,260 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 8,093,371,950 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,050,127,310 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific Scope 3 emissions data. For the years leading up to 2022, APP China's emissions per tonne of paper produced were approximately 240 kg CO2e in 2021 and 220 kg CO2e in 2020, while emissions per tonne of pulp produced were about 860 kg CO2e in 2021 and 850 kg CO2e in 2020. Despite these figures, APP China has not set any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company operates within the paper and pulp industry, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of robust climate action and transparency in emissions reporting.

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2022
Scope 1
8,093,371,950
Scope 2
4,050,127,310
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. APP China's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. APP China is headquartered in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

APP China is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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