Metsa
Metsä Group, headquartered in Finland (FI), is a leading player in the forest industry, specialising in sustainable wood supply and innovative bioproducts. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, particularly in the Nordic region, and has made significant strides in promoting sustainable forestry practices. Metsä Group's core offerings include high-quality wood products, paper, and packaging solutions, all designed with a focus on sustainability and circular economy principles. Their commitment to innovation is evident in their development of bioproducts that contribute to a greener future. Recognised for its market leadership, Metsä Group has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable forestry and a robust supply chain that supports eco-friendly practices. With a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability, Metsä Group continues to set benchmarks in the forest industry.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Metsa's score of 36 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Metsa's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Metsä Board Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,999,098,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 201,984,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,747,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 1,792,006,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with notable emissions data showing a decrease from 2,682,222,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 2,274,773,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Metsä Board has set ambitious targets to achieve a 100% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2016 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims for 70% of its non-fibre suppliers and downstream transportation suppliers to establish science-based targets by 2024. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to sustainable practices within the forest and paper products sector.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 310,232,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 296,282,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,058,455,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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