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Borregaard

Borregaard ASA, headquartered in Norway, is a leading global player in the biorefining industry. Founded in 1889, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Borregaard specialises in producing advanced biochemicals, bio-based solutions, and sustainable products derived from renewable resources, setting itself apart with its innovative approach to sustainability. With a diverse portfolio that includes lignin, cellulose, and other bio-based materials, Borregaard caters to various sectors, including construction, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals. The company is recognised for its commitment to environmental responsibility and has achieved notable milestones in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing resource efficiency. As a pioneer in biorefining, Borregaard continues to strengthen its market position through cutting-edge research and development, making significant contributions to a more sustainable future.

DitchCarbon Score

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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Borregaard's score of 66 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Borregaard's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Borregaard ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 196,865,000 kg CO2e, comprising 132,771,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 64,093,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, using 2020 as the base year. For the near term, Borregaard has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 and its Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term targets include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets encompass biogenic emissions and removals associated with the use of bioenergy, aligning with industry standards for climate action. Overall, Borregaard's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions reflects its commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
139,657,000
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Scope 2
336,965,000
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000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
993,514,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Borregaard's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Borregaard is headquartered in NO, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Borregaard is committed to some 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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