Navigator Sustainability Profile
Navigator, officially known as The Navigator Company, is a leading player in the pulp and paper industry, headquartered in Portugal (PT). Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly established itself as a key provider of high-quality paper products, with a strong operational presence across Europe and beyond. Specialising in the production of uncoated woodfree paper, Navigator distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and innovation, utilising advanced technology to ensure eco-friendly practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its environmental initiatives and a robust market position as one of the top producers in its sector. With a diverse portfolio that includes premium paper brands, Navigator continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking quality and sustainability in their paper products.
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Navigator's score of 57 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Navigator's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, The Navigator Company reported direct carbon emissions of approximately 136,000 kg CO2e under Scope 1. For the previous year, 2024, the company disclosed total emissions of about 599,397,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 126,020,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of approximately 725,417,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, it aims for a 37.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. The Navigator Company has also reported a significant achievement, having reduced its direct CO2 emissions by 41% compared to its 2018 levels. This commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its focus on renewable energy sources, with a notable percentage of its energy consumption derived from renewable sources in Portugal. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from The Navigator Company, S.A., reflecting its integrated approach to forestry, pulp, paper, tissue, and energy production.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 736,565,000 | 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 | - |
| Scope 3 | 134,169,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Navigator's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Navigator's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2017, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 15% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Navigator's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Navigator has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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