Wartsila Sustainability Profile
Wärtsilä Corporation, commonly referred to as Wärtsilä, is a Finnish multinational company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland (FI). Founded in 1834, Wärtsilä has established itself as a leader in the marine and energy sectors, providing innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and sustainability of operations. The company operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on power plants, marine propulsion systems, and integrated solutions for the maritime industry. Wärtsilä's core offerings include advanced engine technology, hybrid systems, and digital solutions, which are distinguished by their reliability and environmental performance. With a commitment to sustainability, Wärtsilä has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the world's first 100% biofuel engine. Recognised for its market leadership, Wärtsilä continues to drive innovation, positioning itself at the forefront of the transition towards a greener energy future.
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Wartsila's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Wärtsilä reported total carbon emissions of approximately 88,987,838,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 37,066,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 12,771,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of about 88,938,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a reduction of 20,000 tonnes (approximately 20%) in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2023, compared to 2021 levels. Wärtsilä achieved a notable reduction of 50,163 tonnes CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2024, aligning with its long-term goal of becoming carbon neutral in its operations by 2030. The company is also committed to providing a product portfolio ready for zero carbon fuels by the same year. In previous years, Wärtsilä's emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 64,441,000 kg CO2e in 2015 and gradually decreasing to 37,066,000 kg CO2e in 2024. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate commitments. Wärtsilä's initiatives reflect a proactive approach to climate action, with a clear focus on reducing emissions and contributing to global sustainability goals.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 68,897,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,610,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 37,459,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Wartsila's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Wartsila's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2011, 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 98% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Wartsila's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Wartsila has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
