Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT Sustainability Profile
Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT, commonly referred to as APP, is a leading player in the global pulp and paper industry, headquartered in Indonesia. Established in 1972, the company has grown to become one of the largest producers of paper and packaging products in Asia, with significant operations across Southeast Asia and beyond. APP's core business areas include the production of a diverse range of paper products, such as printing and writing paper, packaging materials, and tissue products. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices, integrating eco-friendly processes into its manufacturing. With a strong market position, APP has achieved notable milestones, including certifications for sustainable forestry management, which underscore its dedication to environmental stewardship.
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Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT (APP) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising 11.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 503.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for this year. APP has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in carbon intensity by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has established long-term goals to reduce absolute GHG emissions by 54.6% for Scope 1 and Scope 2 combined, and by 32.5% for Scope 3 emissions, both by 2033 from a 2023 base year. The emissions data for APP is cascaded from its parent organization, Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT, reflecting its corporate family relationship. The company is actively working towards these targets as part of its sustainability strategy, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,000,895,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 1,257,395,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 30% last year and increased by approximately 29% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 38% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 29% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Asia Pulp & Paper Group PT has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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