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.
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Metsa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Metsä reported total carbon emissions of approximately 192,098,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 84,989,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 5,095,400 kg CO2e from Scope 3 investments, among other categories. The total emissions for 2023 were about 6,802,617,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 601,239,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 310,031,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were notably high at approximately 5,891,347,000 kg CO2e. Metsä has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for fossil-free mills by 2030, which includes a target to reduce fossil-based CO2 emissions by 100% across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the end of the same year. This commitment reflects a strong focus on sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by Metsä. The company is actively working towards achieving its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint significantly in the near term.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 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 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Metsa is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
