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.
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In 2024, Metsa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.6 billion kg CO2e, comprising 547.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 339.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 6.8 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 601.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 310.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 5.9 billion kg CO2e. Metsa's sustainability goals include achieving fossil-free mills by 2030, focusing on Scope 1 emissions. This commitment aligns with their broader climate strategy, which aims to reduce their carbon footprint and enhance sustainability across operations. The company has not reported any Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) targets but is actively working towards its near-term goals. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that Metsa's reported figures reflect its direct operational impact.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 802,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Metsa's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 19% last year and increased by approximately 157% since 2020, 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 "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 26% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Metsa 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.


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