Sylvamo
Sylvamo Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the global paper and packaging industry. Founded in 2021, the company has quickly established itself as a leader in sustainable paper solutions, focusing on high-quality products for various applications, including printing, writing, and packaging. With major operational regions across North America, Latin America, and Europe, Sylvamo is committed to innovation and environmental stewardship. Its core offerings, such as premium uncoated freesheet and specialty papers, are distinguished by their exceptional performance and sustainability credentials. Recognised for its dedication to responsible sourcing and manufacturing, Sylvamo has achieved significant milestones in a short span, positioning itself as a trusted partner for businesses seeking eco-friendly paper solutions.
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Sylvamo's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sylvamo Corporation reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 51,900,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its total greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 35% by 2030, with a defined pathway to net zero emissions. This target is part of a broader initiative to achieve significant reductions across all scopes, including a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 28.1% and Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% from a 2019 baseline by 2030. In 2022, Sylvamo's emissions included approximately 712,182,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 90,796,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 globally. In the US specifically, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 487,517,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 45,692,000 kg CO2e. The total Scope 3 emissions for the US in 2022 were around 1,469,499,000 kg CO2e. Sylvamo's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their targets are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The company is committed to systematic operational changes to meet these targets, reflecting a proactive approach to climate responsibility within the forest and paper products sector.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 771,930,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 74,815,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 5,568,672,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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