Sca Svenska Cellulosa AB, commonly known as SCA, is a leading global player in the forest products industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1929, SCA has established itself as a prominent manufacturer of sustainable wood-based products, with major operations across Europe and North America. The company focuses on several key business areas, including wood products, pulp, and hygiene products, catering to diverse market needs. SCA's core offerings include high-quality timber, innovative pulp solutions, and a range of hygiene products, all distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With a strong market position, SCA has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the largest private forest owners in Sweden, which enhances its supply chain efficiency and product quality. Through its dedication to sustainability and innovation, SCA continues to set benchmarks in the industry.
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In 2024, Sca Svenska Cellulosa Ab Sca reported total carbon emissions of approximately 941,200,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 279,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 104,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 557,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 887,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 287,100,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 62,700,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 537,300,000 kg CO2e. Sca has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve fossil emissions across its value chain by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. This target aligns with the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C goal. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing CO2 emissions from fossil fuels and purchased electricity and heating by 20% by 2020, using 2005 as the reference year. The company’s long-term objective is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action. These initiatives reflect Sca's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2010 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,588,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 1,789,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
Sca Svenska Cellulosa Ab Sca's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 2% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 59% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Sca Svenska Cellulosa Ab Sca 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.
