Arauco Sustainability Profile
Arauco, officially known as Empresas Arauco, is a leading player in the forestry and wood products industry, headquartered in Concepción, Chile (CL). Founded in 1970, the company has established a strong presence across South America, with significant operations in Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. Arauco is renowned for its sustainable forestry practices and innovative wood-based products, including plywood, particleboard, and cellulose pulp, which cater to diverse markets. With a commitment to environmental stewardship, Arauco has achieved notable milestones, such as the development of advanced production technologies and certifications in sustainable forestry management. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its quality and sustainability initiatives, making it a preferred choice for customers seeking eco-friendly solutions in the wood products sector.
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Arauco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Arauco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,135,108,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,474,392,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 284,509,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 4,376,207,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 5,888,883,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,811,948,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 300,892,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 3,776,044,000 kg CO2e. Arauco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 40.6% per dry ton of wood by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline. This translates to an absolute reduction of approximately 40.4%. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 35.1% per bone dry ton within the same timeframe. Arauco also aims for 95.46% of its suppliers and customers by emissions to have science-based targets by 2027. The company is certified as carbon neutral and has pledged to reduce emissions by more than 1.5 million tonnes by 2030, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. These targets are cascaded from its parent company, Celulosa Arauco y Constitución S.A., which is responsible for the overarching climate strategy.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,241,591,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 472,196,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,505,345,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Arauco'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.
Arauco 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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