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Non-Metallic Mineral Mining
SE
updated 2 months ago

Paroc AB Sustainability Profile

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Paroc AB, a leading manufacturer in the insulation industry, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across the Nordic and Baltic regions. Founded in 1939, Paroc has established itself as a key player in providing high-performance insulation solutions for various sectors, including construction, marine, and industrial applications. The company is renowned for its innovative stone wool products, which offer exceptional thermal, acoustic, and fire protection properties. Paroc's commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency sets it apart in the market, making its offerings particularly appealing in today's eco-conscious landscape. With a strong market position, Paroc AB has achieved numerous accolades for its quality and performance, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the insulation sector.

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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Non-Metallic Mineral Mining 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Paroc AB's score of 66 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Paroc AB's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Owens Corning

Paroc AB, headquartered in Sweden (SE), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no absolute emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Owens Corning, which influences its climate commitments and performance metrics. While Paroc AB has not set its own reduction targets, it inherits sustainability initiatives from Owens Corning. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with climate science. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Paroc AB are not detailed. As part of its corporate family relationship with Owens Corning, Paroc AB aligns with broader industry standards and commitments to sustainability, although specific metrics and targets are not disclosed at this time. The absence of direct emissions data highlights the need for ongoing transparency and commitment to climate action within the organisation.

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Scope 1
3,502,317,000
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Scope 2
1,641,442,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Paroc AB's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Paroc AB's primary industry is Non-Metallic Mineral Mining, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Paroc AB'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 Paroc AB is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Paroc AB's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Paroc AB's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 59% 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 72% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
51%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
24%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
12%
Processing of Sold Products
6%
Capital Goods
3%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

Paroc AB'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.

Paroc AB 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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