Moelven Industrier ASA, commonly referred to as Moelven, is a leading player in the Nordic wood processing industry, headquartered in Norway. Established in 1899, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in sustainable timber production and innovative building solutions. With operations spanning Norway and Sweden, Moelven focuses on manufacturing high-quality wood products, including sawn timber, glulam, and modular buildings. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability, Moelven's core offerings are distinguished by their eco-friendly practices and advanced technology. The company holds a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to the construction sector and its dedication to environmental stewardship. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Moelven Industrier continues to set benchmarks in the wood industry, driving innovation and sustainability.
How does Moelven Industrier's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2023, Moelven Industrier reported total carbon emissions of approximately 571,000,000 kg CO2e in Norway. This figure includes 69,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 7,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and about 644,015,990,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company operates as a current subsidiary of Moelven Industrier ASA, which provides the emissions data. Moelven Industrier has not specified any reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, while Moelven Industrier has substantial emissions, the lack of defined reduction strategies highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,741,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 116,307,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 122,017,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Moelven Industrier's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 176% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 76% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 854% 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.
Moelven Industrier 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.

