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Mercer, officially known as Mercer International Inc., is a leading player in the wood material industry, specialising in the treatment and re-processing of secondary wood materials into innovative new wood products. Headquartered in California, the company operates extensively across North America and Europe, establishing a strong presence in key markets.
Founded in 1990, Mercer has achieved significant milestones, including the development of sustainable practices that set it apart in the industry. The company’s core offerings include high-quality wood products that are both environmentally friendly and economically viable, catering to a diverse range of applications.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Mercer has positioned itself as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to the circular economy and responsible forestry practices. Its unique approach to re-processing wood materials not only enhances product quality but also supports environmental stewardship.
79
DitchCarbon score
+51 vs industry average
Mercer’s score of 79 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Wood Reprocessing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.339
20182025
The Wood Reprocessing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Mercer's reported carbon emissions
Mercer, headquartered in CA, operates in the wood material for treatment and re-processing of secondary wood material into new wood material industries.
In 2025, Mercer's reported emissions were:
- Scope 1: 406,367,000 kg CO2e (approximately 406,367 tonnes CO2e)
- Scope 2 (market-based): 99,432,000 kg CO2e (approximately 99,432 tonnes CO2e)
- Scope 3: 2,173,047,000 kg CO2e (approximately 2,173,047 tonnes CO2e). Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions included processing of sold products (893,760,000 kg CO2e), end-of-life treatment of sold products (621,942,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (295,783,000 kg CO2e).
Looking back, Mercer's emissions in 2024 were:
- Scope 1: 454,602,000 kg CO2e (approximately 454,602 tonnes CO2e)
- Scope 2 (market-based): 917,371,000 kg CO2e (approximately 917,371 tonnes CO2e)
- Scope 3: 2,268,142,000 kg CO2e (approximately 2,268,142 tonnes CO2e). Significant Scope 3 categories included processing of sold products (921,306,000 kg CO2e), end-of-life treatment of sold products (660,952,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (309,306,000 kg CO2e).
In 2023, Mercer reported:
- Scope 1: 433,372,000 kg CO2e (approximately 433,372 tonnes CO2e)
- Scope 2 (market-based): 46,571,000 kg CO2e (approximately 46,571 tonnes CO2e)
- Scope 3: 2,678,480,000 kg CO2e (approximately 2,678,480 tonnes CO2e). Major Scope 3 contributions came from processing of sold products (1,159,508,000 kg CO2e), end-of-life treatment of sold products (745,224,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (319,843,000 kg CO2e).
Mercer has established several climate commitments. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Near-term targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in 2022, include a 35% absolute reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Specifically for Scope 1, this translates to a 35% reduction in GHG emissions per tonne of pulp. Mercer also aims for a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 3 GHG emissions intensity by 2030 from a 2019 benchmark. Additionally, Mercer plans to reduce portfolio relative carbon emissions by at least 45% from 2019 baseline levels by 2030.
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Mercer’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
35% reduction in Scope 1
Mercer International commits to reduce scope 1 GHG emissions 35% per tonne of pulp by 2030 from a 2019 base year*. *The target boundary incl…
Insufficient data35%
2030
35% reduction in scope 3 total
Mercer International further commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 35% within the same timeframe.
Insufficient data35%
2030
35% reduction in Scope 2
Mercer International also commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 35% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Insufficient data35%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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