West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., commonly known as West Fraser, is a leading North American wood products manufacturer headquartered in Canada. Established in 1955, the company has grown significantly, with major operations across Canada and the United States, particularly in British Columbia and the Southern U.S. Specialising in lumber, engineered wood products, and wood-based panels, West Fraser is renowned for its commitment to sustainable forestry practices and high-quality products. The company’s innovative approach and investment in technology have positioned it as a market leader in the forestry industry. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and community engagement, West Fraser has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in the building materials sector.
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In 2024, West Fraser Timber Co. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,139,008,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, alongside 649,448,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 480,052,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 1,129,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, West Fraser is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, with a 2020 baseline. In 2023, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 952,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 760,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 7,574,000,000 kg CO2e. These figures highlight the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their total emissions profile. West Fraser's commitment to reducing emissions reflects its proactive approach to sustainability within the forestry and timber sector, aiming to contribute positively to climate change mitigation efforts.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,021,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,005,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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