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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.

22

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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Domtar's score of 22 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Domtar's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Domtar reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 2,338,161,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes about 1,668,162,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 708,679,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the United States, the company’s emissions were approximately 1,294,980,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 700,868,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Domtar has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with a credible pathway established since 2020. This long-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions and aligns with their advocacy for climate-related legislation. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Domtar's primary industry is Paper and paper products, which is medium 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. This request for Domtar is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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 participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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