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Södra, officially known as Södra Skogsägarna, is a leading player in the paper and paper products industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1938, Södra has established itself as a cooperative that focuses on sustainable forestry and the production of high-quality wood-based products. With major operations across Sweden and a commitment to environmental stewardship, the company excels in areas such as pulp, paper, and sawn timber.
Södra's core offerings include market-leading pulp products and innovative paper solutions, distinguished by their sustainable sourcing and eco-friendly production methods. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in renewable materials and a strong market position as a trusted supplier in the global paper industry. With a focus on sustainability and quality, Södra continues to shape the future of paper products while maintaining its commitment to responsible forestry practices.
41
DitchCarbon score
+24 vs industry average
Sodra’s score of 41 is higher than 65% 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
Very High
Paper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.732
20182025
The Paper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sodra's reported carbon emissions
Sodra, headquartered in Sweden and operating in the paper and paper products industry, reported total emissions of approximately 2.47 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes about 85 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and 719 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions.
In 2023, Sodra's total emissions were approximately 2.43 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 92 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2.34 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions for 2023 included significant contributions from processing of sold products (1.6 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (251 million kg CO2e).
Looking ahead, Sodra has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to halve its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using a 2020 base year. Additionally, Sodra commits to reducing its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. These near-term targets are classified as consistent with keeping warming to 1.5°C by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Sodra has also committed to Net-Zero. Furthermore, the company targets that 70% of its customers, by emissions covering processing of sold products, will set science-based targets by 2027. The target boundary for these commitments includes biogenic land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks.
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Sodra’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50% reduction in scope 3 total
Södra Skogsägarna ekonomisk förening commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a base year 2020*. Södra Skogsä…
On track50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Södra Skogsägarna ekonomisk förening commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a base year 2020*. Södra Skogsä…
Behind target50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Södra Skogsägarna ekonomisk förening commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a base year 2020*. Södra Skogsä…
Behind target50%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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41
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