Cascades
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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Cascades's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cascades 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 a significant 1,922,647,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included categories such as employee commute (about 7,883,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 961,324,000 kg CO2e). Cascades has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 27.5% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company 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. Furthermore, Cascades is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 22% per metric ton of sold products by 2030. The company has also pledged to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. 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. Cascades operates with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency, reflecting its dedication to environmental stewardship in the forest and paper products sector.
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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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