Huhtamaki Oyj, commonly referred to as Huhtamaki, is a leading global provider of paper and paper-based packaging solutions. Headquartered in Finland, the company operates across multiple regions, serving markets in Europe, North America, Asia, and beyond. Founded in 1920, Huhtamaki has established a strong reputation for innovation and sustainability within the paper and paper products industry.
Specialising in foodservice packaging, consumer goods packaging, and flexible paper solutions, Huhtamaki’s products are recognised for their quality and eco-friendly design. The company's commitment to sustainable practices and product innovation has helped it secure a prominent position in the competitive packaging market. With a history of key milestones and a focus on environmentally responsible solutions, Huhtamaki continues to lead in delivering safe, functional, and sustainable packaging options worldwide.
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Industry Intensity
Paper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Paper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Huhtamaki's reported carbon emissions
Huhtamaki, a company in the Paper and paper products industry headquartered in FI, reported a total of approximately 3.64 billion kg CO2e for the year 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. For the same year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 106 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 115 million kg CO2e (market-based) or 430 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions were the most significant, amounting to approximately 3.19 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services contributing the largest share at around 1.78 billion kg CO2e, followed by the end-of-life treatment of sold products at approximately 593 million kg CO2e.
In 2024, Huhtamaki's total emissions were approximately 3.69 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 111 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions stood at approximately 132 million kg CO2e (market-based) or 427 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 totalled approximately 3.22 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at approximately 1.86 billion kg CO2e.
Huhtamaki has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims for carbon-neutral production by 2030 and is transitioning to 100% renewable energy sources. Significantly, Huhtamaki has committed to a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target has been verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, Huhtamaki aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the end-of-life treatment of sold products by 13.5% within the same timeframe, also based on a 2019 baseline. More recently, for a 2022 base year, Huhtamaki has set a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.44% by 2030 and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions (from specific categories including purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, and employee commuting) by 25.0% by 2030. They also commit to no deforestation across primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of 2025.
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Huhtamaki’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
27.5% reduction in all scopes
Reduction of absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2030 from 2019 baseline (SBTi verified)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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