Weyerhaeuser

Weyerhaeuser's reported carbon emissions

Weyerhaeuser, a company in the Wood and products of wood and cork industry headquartered in the US, has reported its greenhouse gas emissions with a focus on climate commitments. For the year 2024, Weyerhaeuser reported a total of approximately 9.8 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 400 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 400 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 9 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total emissions amounted to about 10.2 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 500 billion kg CO2e (note: this appears to be an anomaly given other data points, and further clarification may be needed), Scope 2 emissions (market-based and location-based) of about 400 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 9.3 billion kg CO2e. Notably, in 2022, total emissions were approximately 10.1 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 400 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 500 million kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 at about 9.2 billion kg CO2e. Weyerhaeuser has set ambitious climate targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Weyerhaeuser aims to reduce its Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% per ton of production within the same timeframe. These targets are considered consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C. The company also has long-term net-zero commitments. Weyerhaeuser is a signatory to the Climate Pledge, demonstrating its commitment to a sustainable future. The company's reporting indicates a strong focus on understanding and mitigating its climate impact across its value chain.