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Steris Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the paper and paper products industry. Founded in 1960, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions for various sectors, including healthcare, education, and industrial applications. With a strong operational presence across North America and Europe, Steris is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability.
The company offers a diverse range of products, including specialised paper products and packaging solutions that stand out for their eco-friendly materials and advanced manufacturing processes. Steris has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for innovation and sustainability, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider. With a focus on customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility, Steris continues to shape the future of the paper products industry.
+18 vs industry average
Steris’s score of 35 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Paper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Paper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
STERIS's Carbon Emissions & Climate Commitments
In 2025, Steris reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 56,664,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of about 86,708,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 336,360,000 kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, in 2024, Steris disclosed Scope 1 emissions of approximately 57,543,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 103,595,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 321,013,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 63,194,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 85,506,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 420,575,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Steris reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 67,071,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 75,246,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 data not disclosed for that year.
Steris aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade. Similarly, the company also intends to reduce its Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade. While Steris is listed as "Committed" to near-term targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), specific target classifications or years are not available. Steris has not committed to net-zero targets.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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