UPM-Kymmene Oyj
UPM-Kymmene Oyj, commonly known as UPM, is a leading Finnish company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. Founded in 1996, UPM has established itself as a key player in the forest industry, with major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company focuses on sustainable solutions in various sectors, including paper, wood products, and biofuels. UPM's core offerings include high-quality graphic papers, renewable wood-based products, and innovative biochemicals, all distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With a strong market position, UPM has received numerous accolades for its efforts in promoting circular economy practices and reducing carbon footprints. As a pioneer in the industry, UPM continues to drive innovation while maintaining a focus on sustainable development.
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UPM-Kymmene Oyj's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, UPM-Kymmene Oyj reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,550,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions at about 2,180,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,200,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 8,170,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of around 11,400,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 2,130,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1,973,040 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 at about 7,680,000,000 kg CO2e. UPM has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 65% by 2030 from a 2015 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. UPM also aims for net-zero annual carbon emissions by 2040, ten years ahead of the Paris Agreement targets. Specific near-term goals include reducing fossil carbon dioxide emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline for Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives reflect UPM's commitment to sustainable practices within the forest and paper products sector, aligning with industry standards for climate action and emissions reduction.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,040,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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