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 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,192,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 413,337,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 279,137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 1,922,647,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from non-paper mills by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Cascades targets a 38.7% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per metric ton of saleable products from its paper mills over the same timeframe. Cascades has also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 22% per metric ton of sold products by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to well below 2°C. The company aims to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030, further enhancing its sustainability commitments. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Cascades Inc., with no data cascaded from a parent or related organization.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 527,078,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 584,557,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 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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