- Market turbulence due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the resulting energy crisis.
- Stricter regulatory requirements related to energy and emissions.
- Volatile energy prices and increased pressure on biomass availability.
- Technical challenges at Golbey and Skogn wastewater treatment plants.
Norske Skog ASA
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Norske Skog ASA disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 472.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 294.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 177.8K tCO2e/year (location-based); Scope 3: 752.0K tCO2e/year. 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
472.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2022
Renewable Energy
85%
of total energy
Water Usage
99.4M m3/year
2022
Waste
278.1K tons/year
2022
Energy Use
6.9 TWh/year
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 294.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 177.8K tCO2e/year (location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 752.0K tCO2e/year |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 472.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2016 | 1.35 million tonnes of fossil fuel derived CO2-equivalents (including CO2, CH4 and N2O) in 2016 |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 23% in 2022 compared to 2015 baseline (51% reduction).
- 85% renewable energy consumption.
- 91% certified wood fibres.
- Opened a new 50MW waste-to-energy boiler at Norske Skog Bruck, significantly reducing fossil carbon footprint.
- Construction of the largest biofuel plant in France at Golbey site underway.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve at least 75% of new hired skilled workers recruited from apprentice programs by 2025.
- Ensure supplier adherence to Norske Skog Code of Conduct within 2023.
- Deliver no ash to landfill in 2030.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve a 55% reduction in CO2 emissions/tonne product produced by 2030.
- Achieve 50% of revenue from new business areas by 2030.
- Install anaerobic wastewater treatment and biogas at all European mills by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero GHG emission by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeSustainable Resource ManagementBiodiversityOccupational Health and SafetyEmployee Well-beingDiversity and InclusionCorporate GovernanceResponsible Supply ChainLocal Community Engagement