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CMPC Celulosa S.A.

CMPC Celulosa S.A., a leading player in the forestry and pulp industry, is headquartered in Chile (CL) and operates extensively across South America. Founded in 1920, the company has established itself as a key provider of sustainable forestry products, focusing on the production of high-quality cellulose pulp, paper, and wood products. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, CMPC Celulosa stands out for its advanced production techniques and responsible sourcing practices. The company’s core offerings include bleached and unbleached pulp, which are essential for various applications in the paper and packaging sectors. Recognised for its environmental stewardship, CMPC Celulosa has achieved significant milestones in sustainable forestry management, reinforcing its position as a market leader in the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Plastic production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s score of 5 is lower than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2010, CMPC Celulosa S.A. reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 214,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to the production of chemical supplies and fuels. Additionally, the company emitted about 51,000 kg CO2e from the development of plantations, also classified under Scope 3. In the previous year, 2009, CMPC recorded around 210,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions during its production processes, alongside approximately 35,000 kg CO2e from plantation development, again under Scope 3. Despite these figures, CMPC Celulosa S.A. has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. As a major player in the forestry and cellulose industry, CMPC's future climate strategies will be crucial in addressing its environmental impact and aligning with global sustainability goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CMPC Celulosa S.A.'s primary industry is Plastics, basic, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for CMPC Celulosa S.A. is in CL, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

CMPC Celulosa S.A. is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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