Cascades Inc., commonly referred to as Cascades, is a leading player in the sustainable packaging and tissue products industry, headquartered in California. Founded in 1964, the company has established a strong presence across North America, with significant operations in Canada and the United States. Cascades is renowned for its innovative approach to recycling and eco-friendly manufacturing, offering a diverse range of products, including containerboard, tissue paper, and packaging solutions. Their commitment to sustainability sets them apart, as they utilise recycled materials to create high-quality products that meet the needs of environmentally conscious consumers. With a robust market position, Cascades has achieved numerous accolades for its sustainability efforts and operational excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.
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In 2023, Cascades Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,079,662,000 kg CO2e, comprising 413,337,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 279,137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,707,766,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes. Cascades has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions from non-paper mills by 27.5% and from paper mills by 38.7% per metric ton of saleable products by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, they are targeting a 22% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per metric ton of sold products over the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, focusing on both absolute and intensity-based reductions across its operations. Cascades' commitment to reducing emissions reflects its dedication to environmental stewardship and its role in the forest and paper products sector.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 405,770,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 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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