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Masisa

Masisa S.A., headquartered in Chile, is a leading player in the wood-based panel industry, specialising in the production of MDF, particleboard, and other engineered wood products. Founded in 1976, the company has established a strong presence across Latin America, with significant operations in countries such as Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico. Masisa is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering a diverse range of products that cater to the furniture, construction, and interior design sectors. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with eco-friendly practices, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, Masisa has achieved notable milestones, including certifications for environmental management and quality assurance, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted supplier in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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32

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Masisa's score of 32 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Masisa's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Masisa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 246,750,610 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 6,941,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 42,703,070 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 246,750,610 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This marked a significant increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, indicating a growing impact from upstream and downstream activities. In 2022, Masisa's emissions were approximately 56,332,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3), alongside 16,558,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 66,905,370 kg CO2e (Scope 2). The company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Masisa joined in 2022, demonstrating its dedication to sustainable practices within the forestry and paper products sector. Masisa's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed. The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at improving its environmental performance and addressing climate change challenges.

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Scope 1
10,576,000
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Scope 2
88,278,000
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Scope 3
58,684,000
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Masisa'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. Masisa is headquartered in CL, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Masisa is committed to some reduction initiatives 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

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