Mercer International Hits 85% Renewable Energy, Launches 500,000t CO₂ BECCS Pilot
MERC•Mercer International generated 85% of its energy from renewable sources in 2025, cutting Scope 1 greenhouse gas intensity by 11% toward a 90% renewables target. The company launched a BECCS pilot to capture 500,000 tonnes of biogenic CO₂ and kept 100% SFI-certified forests and sustainable fiber sourcing.
1. 2025 Sustainability Report Overview
Mercer International released its 2025 Sustainability Report titled "Resilience in Action," outlining progress toward its 2030 climate and sustainability goals across energy, emissions, sourcing and governance.
2. Energy and Emissions
The company generated 85% of its operational energy from renewable sources in 2025 and achieved an 11% reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity, while piloting Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage to sequester up to 500,000 tonnes of biogenic CO₂ annually.
3. Responsible Sourcing and Certifications
Mercer maintained 100% certification of its managed forests to the SFI Forest Management Standard and sourced all fiber from sustainable, certified sources, ensuring chain of custody compliance across all manufacturing sites.
4. Governance and Outlook
The company secured 'B' scores on CDP’s Forests, Climate Change and Water Security assessments, joined the International Sustainable Forestry Coalition, and continues integrating sustainability into core business decisions to build long-term resilience.
