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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In 2023, Wartsila reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,018,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 41,017,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 14,986,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 2,017,900,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a significant portion of their overall emissions, with Scope 3 emissions primarily driven by purchased goods and services. Wartsila has set an ambitious target to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030. This commitment includes developing a product portfolio that is compatible with zero carbon fuels, reflecting the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change. The company has been transparent in its emissions reporting, disclosing data across all three scopes (1, 2, and 3) and demonstrating a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In recent years, Wartsila has made strides in reducing its emissions intensity, with a reported GHG emissions intensity of approximately 0.0097 tCO2e/MEUR in 2023, down from higher values in previous years. This trend indicates a positive trajectory towards their climate goals, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 63,762,000 | 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 | 54,011,000 | 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 | 39,033,000 | 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 |
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Wartsila is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.