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CMPC Celulosa S.A.

CMPC Celulosa S.A., a leading player in the forestry and pulp industry, is headquartered in Chile (CL) and operates extensively across South America. Founded in 1920, the company has established itself as a key provider of sustainable forestry products, focusing on the production of high-quality cellulose pulp, paper, and wood products. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, CMPC Celulosa stands out for its advanced production techniques and responsible sourcing practices. The company’s core offerings include bleached and unbleached pulp, which are essential for various applications in the paper and packaging sectors. Recognised for its environmental stewardship, CMPC Celulosa has achieved significant milestones in sustainable forestry management, reinforcing its position as a market leader in the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Plastic production 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s score of 15 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

CMPC Celulosa S.A., headquartered in Chile, reported its carbon emissions data for the years 2009 and 2010. In 2010, the company emitted approximately 191,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were significant, totalling about 633,000 kg CO2e, with 214,000 kg CO2e attributed to the production of purchased goods and services. In 2009, CMPC reported Scope 1 emissions of about 210,000 kg CO2e from fossil carbon emitted during the production process, alongside Scope 3 emissions of approximately 35,000 kg CO2e related to the development of plantations. Despite these figures, CMPC Celulosa S.A. has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or science-based targets indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate commitments, CMPC may benefit from establishing clear goals to enhance its environmental performance.

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2010
Scope 1
191,000
Scope 2
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Scope 3
633,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s primary industry is Plastics, basic, which is low 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. CMPC Celulosa S.A. is headquartered in CL, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

CMPC Celulosa S.A. is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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