Sodra Sustainability Profile
Södra, officially known as Södra Skogsägarna, is a leading Swedish forestry cooperative headquartered in Växjö, Sweden. Founded in 1938, Södra has established itself as a key player in the forestry and wood processing industry, primarily operating in Sweden and other parts of Northern Europe. The company focuses on sustainable forestry, producing a range of products including timber, pulp, and biofuels, which are distinguished by their commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation. With a strong market position, Södra is recognised for its high-quality wood products and sustainable practices, contributing significantly to the circular economy. The cooperative model empowers its members, ensuring that local forest owners benefit from the value created. Södra's dedication to sustainability and quality has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the forestry sector.
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Sodra's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Södra Skogsägarna ekonomisk förening reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,473,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 80,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,800,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 2,388,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions primarily arise from the processing of sold products, which alone accounts for about 1,600,000,000 kg CO2e. Södra has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This target is mirrored for Scope 3 emissions, which also aims for a 50% reduction within the same timeframe. Additionally, Södra commits that by 2027, 70% of its customers, based on emissions, will establish science-based targets, thereby enhancing the overall sustainability of its supply chain. These commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Södra's dedication to addressing climate change within the forestry and paper products sector. The company is also a member of the BA1.5 initiative, indicating its commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 76,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,600,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,081,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Sodra's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Sodra's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 15% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 67% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Sodra'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.
Sodra has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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