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Wood Products Other Than Furniture
CA
updated 2 months ago

Norbord Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Norbord Inc., a leading manufacturer in the engineered wood products industry, is headquartered in Canada. Founded in 1987, the company has established a strong presence across North America and Europe, specialising in the production of oriented strand board (OSB), particleboard, and medium-density fibreboard (MDF). Norbord's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart, as it utilises advanced technology and eco-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. With a robust market position, Norbord has achieved significant milestones, including its listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The company is recognised for its high-quality products that cater to the construction and furniture industries, making it a preferred choice among builders and manufacturers. Norbord's dedication to excellence and sustainability continues to drive its success in the competitive wood products market.

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73

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wood Products Other Than Furniture industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Norbord Inc.'s score of 73 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Norbord Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.

Norbord Inc., headquartered in Canada, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its climate strategy, Norbord Inc. inherits reduction initiatives and targets from its parent company, West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Norbord Inc. are not detailed in the available information. The company is engaged in broader industry efforts to address climate change, aligning with initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) through its relationship with West Fraser. While no absolute emissions figures are provided, Norbord Inc. is expected to contribute to the sustainability goals set forth by its parent company, which may include commitments to reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions in line with industry standards. The absence of specific data highlights the ongoing need for transparency and accountability in corporate climate commitments.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Norbord Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Norbord Inc.'s primary industry is Wood Products Other Than Furniture, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Norbord Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Norbord Inc. is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Norbord Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Norbord Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 7% last year and decreased by approximately 13% 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 "End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 35% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
35%
Processing of Sold Products
22%
Purchased Goods and Services
19%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
Investments
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Capital Goods
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

Norbord Inc.'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.

Norbord Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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