Tomra Systems ASA, commonly known as Tomra, is a leading global provider of advanced recycling and resource management solutions. Headquartered in Norway, the company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on the circular economy and sustainable practices. Founded in 1972, Tomra has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering reverse vending technology that revolutionised the collection of beverage containers. The company’s core offerings include reverse vending machines, sorting solutions, and sensor-based sorting technologies, which are distinguished by their innovative design and efficiency. Tomra's commitment to sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to waste reduction and resource recovery. With a strong emphasis on technology and environmental stewardship, Tomra continues to drive advancements in the recycling industry, making a notable impact on global sustainability efforts.
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In 2024, TOMRA Systems ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,378,320,000 kg CO2e. This includes 24,806,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 10,140,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 2,343,374,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as the use of sold products (2,149,647,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (15,816,000 kg CO2e). TOMRA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55% by 2033, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, TOMRA aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 62% per million EUR value added within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions intensity by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. TOMRA's commitment reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the technology hardware and equipment sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 26,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,400,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 63,300,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Tomra's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 95% last year and increased significantly since 2015, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 92% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Tomra 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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