Sappi
Sappi Limited, a global leader in the forest products industry, is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Southern Africa. Founded in 1936, Sappi has evolved into a key player in the production of sustainable woodfibre products, including paper, packaging, and dissolving wood pulp. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable forestry and its commitment to environmental stewardship, which sets its products apart in a competitive market. Sappi's core offerings, such as high-quality coated fine paper and advanced packaging solutions, cater to diverse industries, enhancing its reputation for excellence. With a strong market position and a focus on sustainability, Sappi continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in the global supply chain.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Sappi'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Sappi's score of 53 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sappi's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sappi reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4.7 million tonnes CO2e, comprising 3.6 million tonnes from Scope 1, 1.1 million tonnes from Scope 2, and about 3.4 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint significantly. Sappi has set ambitious targets to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 41.5% per tonne of product by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims for 44% of its suppliers by spend to have science-based targets by 2026. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Sappi's commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact. The company has made notable progress in emissions management, with a focus on both direct emissions (Scope 1) and indirect emissions (Scope 2 and 3). Sappi's ongoing efforts reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the forestry and paper products sector.
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Add to project2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,443,906,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,483,552,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Sappi is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
