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KWH Group Sustainability Profile

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KWH Group, a prominent player in the energy and construction sectors, is headquartered in Finland (FI) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1918, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions in energy efficiency, construction materials, and environmental services. KWH Group's core offerings include high-quality insulation products, advanced energy systems, and sustainable construction solutions, all designed to enhance performance and reduce environmental impact. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for innovation and quality. With a strong market position, KWH Group continues to drive advancements in energy efficiency and sustainable practices, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimise their operations while minimising their ecological footprint.

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29

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.

11

Industry Benchmark

KWH Group's score of 29 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KWH Group's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, KWH Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 205,518,800 kg CO2e. This figure includes 18,141,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 9,137,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 178,240,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (84,915,400 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (47,510,700 kg CO2e). In 2023, KWH Group's total emissions were about 60,998,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 16,282,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 12,252,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 32,463,000 kg CO2e. KWH Group has set ambitious reduction targets, achieving a remarkable 99% reduction in operational emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2024 compared to the base year of 2018. This commitment underscores their dedication to climate action and aligns with industry standards for net-zero initiatives. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that KWH Group independently reports its carbon footprint and climate commitments.

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20232024
Scope 1
16,282,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
12,252,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
32,463,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is KWH Group's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KWH Group's primary industry is Plastic production, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is KWH Group's Location?

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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 KWH Group is in FI, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

KWH Group's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

KWH Group's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 449% last year and increased by approximately 449% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 48% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
48%
Waste Generated in Operations
27%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
9%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Business Travel
3%
Employee Commuting
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Use of Sold Products
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

KWH Group's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

KWH Group has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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