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 2,058,000,000 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 being the largest contributor, primarily from purchased goods and services. In 2022, Wartsila's emissions were approximately 1,941,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of increasing emissions over the years. For instance, in 2020, the company reported total emissions of about 1,365,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 52,911,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 34,561,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,309,800,000 kg CO2e. Wartsila has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. Overall, Wartsila's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which constitute the majority of their carbon footprint, as part of their broader climate commitments.
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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.