Suominen
Suominen Corporation, commonly referred to as Suominen, is a leading global player in the nonwovens industry, headquartered in Finland (FI). Established in 1900, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability throughout its history. Suominen operates major facilities across Europe and North America, focusing on the production of nonwoven fabrics for various applications, including hygiene products, medical supplies, and industrial uses. The company is renowned for its high-quality, sustainable solutions that cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly materials. Suominen's commitment to innovation is evident in its advanced manufacturing processes and product offerings, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Suominen continues to achieve notable success, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the nonwovens sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Suominen's score of 33 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Suominen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Suominen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 493,342,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 44,495,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 55,314,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 493,342,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a comprehensive approach to tracking emissions throughout its value chain. Over the years, Suominen has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2020, the company achieved a total of 127,188,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which decreased to 93,363,000 kg CO2e by 2022. This reduction reflects an improvement in their emissions intensity, with emissions per tonne of product decreasing from 930 kg CO2e in 2020 to 790 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite these achievements, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Suominen, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 44,867,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 86,354,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Suominen is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
