Stella Jones Sustainability Profile
Stella-Jones Inc., a leading provider of treated wood products, is headquartered in California and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a key player in the wood preservation industry, specialising in utility poles, railway ties, and residential lumber. Stella-Jones is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, utilising advanced treatment processes that enhance the durability and longevity of its products. With a strong market position, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its operational footprint. Recognised for its innovative solutions and customer-centric approach, Stella-Jones continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and environmentally responsible wood products.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Wood Products Other Than Furniture industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Stella Jones's score of 25 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Stella Jones's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Stella Jones reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,174,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 134,634,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 31,006,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 1,036,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant reliance on upstream activities, particularly in purchased goods and services, which accounted for approximately 859,590,330 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company emitted about 1,086,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 123,685,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 28,194,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 965,930,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year. Stella Jones has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, and all reported figures are directly from Stella-Jones Inc. Overall, while Stella Jones has made strides in transparency regarding their emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 70,200,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 17,700,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Stella Jones's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Stella Jones's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 7% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 83% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Stella Jones'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.
Stella Jones 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.
