Clearwater Paper
Clearwater Paper Corporation, commonly referred to as Clearwater Paper, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality paper products based in the United States. Founded in 1933, the company has established its headquarters in Spokane, Washington, while also operating major facilities across the country. Specialising in the production of consumer and away-from-home tissue products, as well as paperboard, Clearwater Paper is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a diverse portfolio that includes premium paper towels, napkins, and bathroom tissue, Clearwater Paper distinguishes itself through its focus on quality and eco-friendly practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in manufacturing technology and a strong market presence, positioning itself as a key player in the paper products industry. Clearwater Paper continues to uphold its reputation for excellence, serving both retail and commercial customers with reliable and sustainable solutions.
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Clearwater Paper's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Clearwater Paper reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,593,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 593,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 320,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (with a market-based approach), and a significant 2,047,164,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 29.1% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Clearwater Paper is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts. Clearwater Paper's emissions reduction strategy reflects a commitment to sustainability within the forest and paper products sector, contributing to broader efforts to limit global warming to well below 2°C.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 434,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 310,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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