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Martela Sustainability Profile

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Martela Corporation, headquartered in Finland, is a leading player in the design and manufacturing of innovative workplace solutions. Established in 1945, Martela has evolved to become a key provider of furniture and interior design services, focusing on creating functional and aesthetically pleasing environments for various sectors, including corporate, educational, and healthcare. With a strong presence in the Nordic region and beyond, Martela is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and user-centric design. The company offers a diverse range of products, including office furniture, acoustic solutions, and collaborative spaces, all tailored to enhance productivity and well-being. Martela's unique approach combines modern design with ergonomic principles, positioning it as a trusted partner in transforming workspaces. Notable achievements include numerous design awards and a reputation for excellence in customer service, solidifying its market position as a frontrunner in the industry.

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64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Martela's score of 64 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

79%

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Martela's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Martela reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 13,123,000 kg CO2e. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 832,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 386,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 16,876,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in overall emissions. Martela has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving an impressive 89% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2) over a ten-year period from 2012 to 2022. The company has set ambitious targets to further reduce its emissions, aiming for near-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. Additionally, Martela is committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2035, focusing on enhancing its positive climate impact across all scopes. The emissions data is sourced directly from Martela Oyj, with no cascading from a parent organization. The company actively participates in climate initiatives and is dedicated to transparency in its sustainability efforts.

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20192021202220232024
Scope 1
880,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
-
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
12,474,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Martela's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Martela's primary industry is Furniture Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Martela'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 Martela is in FI, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Martela's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Martela's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 22% last year and increased by approximately 5% since 2019, 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 93% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
93%
Waste Generated in Operations
10%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Business Travel
<1%

Martela'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.

Martela 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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