Smurfit Kappa, a leading player in the paper and paper products industry, is headquartered in Ireland (IE) and operates extensively across Europe and the Americas. Founded in 1934, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable packaging solutions, focusing on innovative corrugated packaging and paper products that cater to diverse sectors, including food, beverage, and e-commerce.
With a commitment to sustainability, Smurfit Kappa offers a range of unique products designed to reduce environmental impact while enhancing supply chain efficiency. The company is recognised for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top global manufacturers in the industry. Notable achievements include numerous awards for innovation and sustainability, underscoring its dedication to quality and environmental responsibility.
+9 vs industry average
Smurfit Kappa’s score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Smurfit Kappa's reported carbon emissions
Smurfit Kappa, a company in the paper and paper products industry headquartered in Ireland (IE), is committed to significant carbon emissions reductions. In 2023, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2.415 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 467 million kg CO2e. For 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.541 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 508 million kg CO2e.
The company has established a long-term goal to achieve at least net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Smurfit Kappa is actively pursuing interim targets, including a commitment to a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 fossil fuel-based CO2 emissions by 2030, compared to 2005 levels. In 2023, emissions per tonne of saleable production were reduced by 37.7% from the 2019 baseline. This aligns with the EU Green Deal objectives. The company has also set near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025.
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Smurfit Kappa’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
55% reduction in Scope 2
We have committed to a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 fossil fuel-based CO2 emissions in our mill system compared to 2005 levels by 2030
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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Smurfit Westrock Plc
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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