Norske Skog, a leading name in the paper and paper products industry, is headquartered in Norway (NO) and operates extensively across Europe and Australasia. Founded in 1962, the company has established itself as a key player in the production of newsprint and magazine paper, focusing on sustainable practices and innovative solutions.
Norske Skog's core offerings include high-quality paper products that cater to the evolving needs of the publishing and printing sectors. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, utilising renewable resources and advanced recycling techniques. With a strong market position, Norske Skog has achieved significant milestones, including the development of eco-friendly production methods, solidifying its reputation as a responsible industry leader.
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Industry Intensity
Paper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Paper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Norske Skog's reported carbon emissions
Norske Skog, headquartered in NO and operating within the Paper and paper products industry, has established climate commitments with specific reduction targets. The company aims for a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030, using 2015 as its baseline. Norske Skog also has a long-term commitment to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050. For the most recent reporting year, 2024, Norske Skog reported total GHG emissions of approximately 2.57 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 250.37 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 1.50 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 totalled around 811.55 million kg CO2e, with significant contributions from downstream transportation and distribution (about 185.65 million kg CO2e), processing of sold products (about 188.34 million kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (about 203.57 million kg CO2e). In 2023, total GHG emissions were approximately 2.23 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 257.27 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 1.19 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 amounted to roughly 773.29 million kg CO2e. Looking back, in 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 294.93 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were about 1.16 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2022 totalled approximately 752.00 million kg CO2e. Prior to 2022, detailed Scope 3 emissions data was not consistently disclosed. For instance, in 2021, Scope 1 emissions were around 427.29 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 1.12 billion kg CO2e. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were about 409.97 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 195.76 million kg CO2e. Emissions for 2019 were reported as Scope 1 at approximately 465.64 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at roughly 692.67 million kg CO2e. In 2018, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 500.14 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 734.03 million kg CO2e. For 2017, no emissions data was disclosed. Scope 1 emissions in 2015 were around 474.95 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 865.24 million kg CO2e. In 2007, Scope 1 emissions were considerably higher at approximately 1.30 billion kg CO2e.
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Norske Skog’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
55% reduction in all scopes
Norske Skog has a long-term commitment to achieve net zero GHG emission (Scope 1 and 2) by 2050, and a 55% reduction within 2030 from a 2015…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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