Mercer International releases its 2024 Sustainability Report, sets goals for 2030

NEW YORK — Mercer International Inc., a global forest products company, has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, Fit for Future: Transition and Transformation. The report outlines the company’s progress towards its 2030 sustainability goals.

“In 2024, we applied the same operational discipline to our sustainability efforts that we bring to all areas of our business,” stated Juan Carlos Bueno, president and CEO. “We focused on where Mercer can make the most meaningful contribution—reducing emissions at the source, improving resource efficiency, and advancing renewable bioproducts. These steps reflect our learning and commitment to a long-term, practical impact that we believe will add value to our overall business.”

“We recognize that credibility in sustainability comes from transparency and benchmarking. In 2024, we prioritized ESG governance by securing third-party assurance of our emissions data and aligning with evolving disclosure standards,” added Bill Adams, chief sustainability officer. “These efforts helped improve our Sustainalytics ESG risk rating and position Mercer as a reliable partner for investors, customers, and communities who increasingly expect clear and consistent sustainability performance.”

Selected highlights of accomplishments include:

• 83% of fuel-based energy came from renewable sources, advancing toward the Company’s 90% target by 2030.
• The company completed its third climate scenario analysis, enhancing climate risk assessment and disclosure.
• Landfill waste totaled 16.6 kg/ADMT—a 24% improvement over the 2019 baseline—advancing toward the 30% reduction target by 2030.
• Water consumption at pulp mills declined 8% year-over-year due to operational efficiencies.
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• The Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) improved 25%, from 3.68 to 2.76.
• Received the 2024 SFI President’s Award for leadership in mass timber and supply chain certification.
• Improved Sustainalytics ESG Risk Rating to 17.6 (low risk), down from 21.4 in 2023.

Mercer’s 2024 Sustainability Report reflects the company’s continued commitment to measurable, science-based progress. The full report is available at mercerint.com/sustainability.