Sustainability targets

SCA has four sustainability targets, three environmental targets (carbon dioxide emissions, responsible use of wood raw material and improved water usage) and one social responsibility target (Code of Conduct compliance).

SCA's sustainability target 1: Carbon dioxide from fossil fuels shall be reduced by 20%Carbon dioxide emissions

Through to 2020, emissions from fossil fuels will be reduced by 20%, using 2005 as a base year. Read more.

Target 2: 100% control of fresh fibre raw materialsResponsible use of wood raw material

No fresh fibre-based material used in production shall derive from controversial sources. Read more.

Target 3: Improved water usageImproved water usage

SCA will reduce its water consumption in water stress regions with 10% by 2015, with 2010 as a reference year. All pulp and paper mills will employ mechanical and biological water treatment plants by 2015. Read more.

Target 4: Universal code of conductCode of Conduct compliance

SCA’s Code of Conduct applies to all employees at all
locations worldwide. Read more.