Louisiana Pacific Sustainability Profile
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation, commonly known as LP, is a leading manufacturer in the building materials industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1973, LP has established a strong presence across North America, particularly in the southern and western regions, where it operates numerous facilities. Specialising in engineered wood products, LP offers a diverse range of core products, including oriented strand board (OSB), siding, and engineered wood siding solutions. These products are renowned for their durability, sustainability, and innovative design, setting LP apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to quality and environmental responsibility, Louisiana-Pacific has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its sustainable practices. The company continues to solidify its market position as a trusted provider of high-performance building materials, catering to both residential and commercial construction needs.
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Louisiana Pacific's score of 54 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Louisiana Pacific's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,850,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 182,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 217,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,513,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline by 2030. In terms of performance, LP has achieved a notable reduction in emissions intensity, with a decrease of about 50% in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions intensity relative to net sales since 2019, with a target year of 2024 for this achievement. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organisation. Overall, LP's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, focusing on efficiency and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across its operations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 214,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 278,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,503,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Louisiana Pacific's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Louisiana Pacific's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 1% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 47% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Louisiana Pacific'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.
Louisiana Pacific 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.
