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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.
+50 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.
Wood Reprocessing has above-average carbon intensity
The Wood Reprocessing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Mercer, headquartered in CA, is a company operating in the wood material for treatment and re-processing of secondary wood material into new wood material industry.
In 2025, Mercer reported global Scope 1 emissions of 406,367,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 99,432,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 2,173,047,000 kg CO2e. For 2024, their global Scope 1 emissions were 454,602,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were 91,737,100 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled 2,268,142,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, global Scope 1 emissions were 433,372,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were 46,571,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 2,678,480,000 kg CO2e.
Mercer has set several climate commitments. Their near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated goals include a 35% reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions per tonne of pulp by 2030 from a 2019 base year. They also commit to an absolute 35% reduction in Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2019 base year, and an absolute 35% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe. These targets cover GHG emissions from company operations (Scopes 1 and 2) and are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to well-below 2°C. Additionally, Mercer is committed to achieving net-zero by 2050.
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2030
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*. Mercer International also…
2030
35% reduction in Scope 2
Mercer International commits to reduce scope 1 GHG emissions 35% per tonne of pulp by 2030 from a 2019 base year*. Mercer International also…
2030
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*. Mercer International also…
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