- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events (extreme weather)
- Potential increased costs from carbon pricing mechanisms.
- Potential increased costs in sourcing wood fiber due to increased demand for biomass and carbon credits.
- Potential impacts on operations and value chain from extreme weather events.
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.5M tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 177.0K tCO2e; Scope 2: 212.0K tCO2e (location-based); Scope 3: 1.5M 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
1.5M tCO2e (Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
80%
of total energy
Water Usage
280 million gal
2023
Energy Use
28 million GJ
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). | 177.0K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 212.0K tCO2e (location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.5M 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 | 1.5M tCO2e (Scope 3) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Released eight environmental product declarations (EPDs) for products representing approximately 75% of North American net sales, all eight products are carbon negative.
- Decreased Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by net sales by approximately 41% since 2019.
- 100% of the wood fiber sourced is vetted through stringent forest certification standards.
- Obtained third-party limited assurance for Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions.
- Minimized water use through recycling and reuse at several facilities.
- Durable products offer sustainable alternatives to nonrenewable, energy-intensive options.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Augment existing benefits and policies to support team members’ work/life balance.
- Increase participation in digital professional development and training platforms by 10% annually.
- Provide an onboarding experience that builds team member loyalty and accelerates role proficiency.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity & InclusionGovernanceCommunity EngagementSustainable Forest ManagementProduct SustainabilityEmployee Well-beingSupply Chain Responsibility