Results and commitments

SCA has formulated four sustainability targets for areas of major importance to the Group.

Target 1: More efficient use of water

From 2005 to 2010 specific water consumption will be cut by 15% and specific organic content by 30%. This target applies to the SCA pulp and paper mills for the 2005–2010 period (reference year 2005).

Outcome 2007

Target 2: Reduced emissions of carbon dioxide

Reduced emissions from fossil fuels in relation to production levels. This target applies to SCA pulp and paper mills (using the previous year as a reference year).

Outcome 2007

Target 3: Responsible use of wood raw material

SCA will continue to employ methods to ensure that no materials based on fresh fibres used in production come from controversial sources.

Outcome 2007

All business groups have acquired information from their suppliers of fresh fibre based products on how
 they operate in order to meet SCAs requirements. The overview does not include temporary suppliers of smaller volumes. Based on the evaluations that have been carried out, the number of suppliers has been reduced. On-site audits have been carried out by most business groups. All SCA wood consuming units are third party audited to ensure compliance.

Target 4: Compliance with SCA's Code of Conduct

SCA works continuously to make the Code of Conduct an integrated part of day-to-day operations.

Targets and outcome 2007

1. Continue to integrate SCA Code of Conduct into supplier assessment systems. Progress made during 2007. Work will continue in 2008.
   
2. Continue to assess respect for human rights and compliance with SCA's Code of Conduct in a selection of seven to nine countries. Completed - 17 assessments undertaken in eight countries during 2007.
   
3. Assess compliance with the Code of Conduct and identify areas for improvement. Completed.
4. Develop an HIV/AIDS policy with associated routines and guidelines for the entire Group. Completed.