- Sickness absence rate slightly higher than the previous year (3.74% vs 3.57%).
- Musculoskeletal diseases and mental health issues as the most important causes of sickness absences.
- Economic uncertainty impacting business growth rate.
- Decreased operating profit in 2023 after divesting Russian operations.
SOL Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, SOL Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 5.4K tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 998.80 tCO2e; Scope 2: 306.16 tCO2e; Scope 3: 3.7K 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
5.4K tCO2e
2023
Renewable Energy
100% (electricity in Finnish companies)
of total energy
Energy Use
2.6K MWh
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). | 998.80 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 306.16 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 3.7K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption by almost 28% in 2023 compared to the previous year.
- Reduced total carbon footprint by around 20% in 2023 compared to 2022.
- 92% of detergents used were Nordic Swan Ecolabelled in 2022 (target 95% by 2025).
- 90% of working clothes made from recycled materials.
- Reduced plastic waste by replacing single-use gloves with reusable ones.
- Implemented water recycling system in laundries saving water and energy.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce plastic use annually.
- Reduce emissions from commuting and business travel by 5% annually.
- Achieve 95% Nordic Swan Ecolabelled detergents by 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental responsibilitySocial responsibilityResponsible management