Sappi Ltd
Sappi's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Sappi completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Sappi has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Sappi's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Sappi amounted to 4,708,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Sappi decreased by 13.01%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Sappi's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Sappi's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Sappi were 3,474,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Sappi reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Sappi's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 21.83%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Sappi's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 14.83%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Sappi's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Sappi reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,234,000 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has Sappi reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Sappi's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 16.82%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Sappi's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Sappi 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does Sappi use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Sappi reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
Sappi's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Sappi's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Sappi reported 3,472,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of Sappi includes a breakdown across 6 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Sappi's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Sappi's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Sappi reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,472,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Sappi's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Sappi 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Sappi disclose?
In 2023, Sappi reported emissions for 6 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of Sappi's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Sappi's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,554,000 tCO₂e (44.77%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 993,000 tCO₂e (28.61%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 838,000 tCO₂e (24.14%)
Sappi's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Sappi’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Sappi reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,474,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 5,809 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 598.04 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Sappi's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Sappi's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Sappi reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 598.04 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 280.39 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Sappi rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Sappi ranked 14 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
Sappi is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into Sappi's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Sappi reported a total carbon footprint of 8,180,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.05% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Sappi's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 42.47% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 42.44%. a