Wepa Sustainability Profile
Wepa, officially known as Wepa Industrieholding SE, is a leading manufacturer in the tissue paper industry, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1948, Wepa has grown significantly, with major operational regions across Europe, including France, Italy, and the UK. The company is renowned for its high-quality tissue products, including toilet paper, kitchen towels, and facial tissues, which are distinguished by their sustainability and innovative production methods. Wepa's commitment to environmental responsibility has positioned it as a key player in the market, achieving notable milestones such as the implementation of eco-friendly manufacturing processes. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and product excellence, Wepa continues to expand its market presence, making it a trusted name in the tissue paper sector.
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Wepa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, WEPA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,168,447,000 kg CO2e, comprising 354,630,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 104,634,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 709,182,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2023 were slightly lower at about 1,117,968,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 344,641,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 132,877,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 640,450,000 kg CO2e. WEPA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 52.5% per tonne of sold product by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to emissions reduction across its operations. The company has committed to these targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, WEPA is a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and climate action. The emissions data reported by WEPA is cascaded from its parent company, WEPA Hygieneprodukte GmbH, ensuring consistency and transparency in its environmental reporting.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 352,822,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 249,142,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 835,197,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Wepa's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Wepa's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 11% last year and decreased by approximately 15% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 61% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 56% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Wepa'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.
Wepa 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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