- Reducing fossil-based CO2 emissions and process water use.
- Improving energy efficiency.
- Minimising waste sent to landfills.
- Increasing the proportion of women in management positions.
- Achieving zero accidents at work.
Metsä Board Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Metsä Board Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.0M tonnes CO2e (Scopes 1 2 3). By scope: Scope 1: 202.0K tCO2e; Scope 2: 5.1K tCO2e (market-based); Scope 3: 1.8M tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
2.0M tonnes CO2e (Scopes 1 2 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
90%
of total energy
Water Usage
101.9M m³ (withdrawals)
2023
Waste
1.2K tons (process waste to landfills)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 202.0K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 5.1K tCO2e (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.8M tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.0M tonnes CO2e (Scopes 1 2 3) |
| 2022 | 1.1M t CO2e (Scopes 1 and 2) |
| 2021 | 1.2M tonnes of fossil-based CO2 (Scopes 1 and 2) |
| 2020 | 676.0K tonnes of fossil CO2 (Scope 1) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Designed an ultralight pizza box with up to 38% lighter weight and 50% lower carbon footprint compared to traditional solutions.
- Completed capacity expansion at Husum mill, operating with approximately 98% renewable energy.
- Completed development program at Kemi board mill, reducing energy consumption by 5% and water use by around 40% per tonne produced.
- Achieved a 99% share of fossil-free raw materials and packaging materials.
- Switching from conventionally used grades to fresh fibre paperboard can cut the carbon footprint of pharmaceutical packaging by up to 60%.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve zero fossil-based CO2 emissions and 100% fossil-free products by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeBiodiversityResource efficiencyEthical corporate cultureEmployee wellbeingSafety at workResponsible operationsSupplier sustainability