Western Forest Products
Western Forest Products Inc., headquartered in Campbell River, British Columbia, is a leading player in the forestry and lumber industry. Established in 2004, the company has built a strong reputation for its sustainable forest management practices and high-quality wood products. With operations primarily in British Columbia, Western Forest Products focuses on the production of lumber, logs, and value-added wood products, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, ensuring that its products meet the highest environmental standards. Western Forest Products has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its responsible forestry practices and contributions to local economies. As a key supplier in the North American lumber market, the company continues to strengthen its position through strategic partnerships and a diverse product portfolio.
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Western Forest Products's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Western Forest Products reported carbon emissions of approximately 156,572,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,871,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,531,323,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all three scopes, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and upstream transportation. The company has set ambitious near-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This initiative includes reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing carbon sequestration efforts to meet and exceed provincial, national, and international climate targets. In previous years, emissions were notably higher, with Scope 1 emissions reaching approximately 142,134,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 127,244,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company is actively working to lower its carbon footprint and improve sustainability practices within the forestry industry.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,246,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,109,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,162,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Western Forest Products 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.
