Domtar
Domtar Corporation, a leading player in the paper and wood products industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1848, the company has established a strong presence across North America, with significant operations in Canada and the United States. Domtar is renowned for its diverse range of products, including sustainable paper solutions and innovative wood products, which cater to various sectors such as education, publishing, and construction. With a commitment to sustainability, Domtar stands out for its eco-friendly practices and responsible sourcing. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in recycling and waste reduction, positioning itself as a market leader in environmentally conscious manufacturing. Domtar's dedication to quality and sustainability has earned it recognition within the industry, making it a trusted choice for customers seeking reliable and responsible products.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Domtar'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Paper Products 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.
Industry Benchmark
Domtar's score of 15 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Domtar's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Domtar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,338,162,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,668,162,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 708,679,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their climate impact, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Historically, Domtar has shown a trend of decreasing emissions, with a total of about 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019, indicating a positive trajectory towards reducing their carbon footprint. The company has not set specific science-based targets or documented reduction initiatives, which places them in a challenging position within the industry as climate commitments become increasingly critical. Domtar's headquarters is located in the US, and while they have made strides in emissions reporting, further commitments and actionable targets would enhance their sustainability profile in the competitive landscape of the paper and packaging industry.
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| 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
Domtar 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.
