Glatfelter Corporation, commonly referred to as Glatfelter, is a leading global supplier of engineered materials headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1883, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America and Europe. Specialising in the manufacturing of advanced nonwoven fabrics, specialty papers, and composite materials, Glatfelter serves diverse industries such as filtration, hygiene, and industrial applications. With a commitment to innovation, Glatfelter's core products are distinguished by their high performance and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in eco-friendly manufacturing processes. As a recognised leader in the engineered materials sector, Glatfelter continues to enhance its market position through strategic growth and a focus on customer-centric solutions.
How does Glatfelter's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2021, Glatfelter Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 205,124,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 145,515,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marked a slight increase from 2020, where emissions were approximately 183,760,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 116,897,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Over the years, emissions have fluctuated, with 2019 figures showing approximately 186,951,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 123,683,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, while 2018 emissions were around 190,715,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 130,217,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Glatfelter has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from Glatfelter Corporation, reflecting the performance of the merged entity. The company has not reported any Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations and energy use. Overall, Glatfelter's commitment to addressing carbon emissions remains evident, although specific reduction strategies and targets have not been outlined in the available data.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 190,715,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 130,217,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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.
Glatfelter has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

