Silgan Holdings
Silgan Holdings Inc., a leading provider of rigid packaging solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1987, the company has established itself as a key player in the packaging industry, specialising in metal and plastic containers for food, beverages, and personal care products. Silgan's core offerings include innovative closures and containers that are designed to enhance product freshness and convenience. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and quality, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Silgan Holdings has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product portfolio and global reach.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Silgan Holdings's score of 28 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Silgan Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Silgan Holdings, headquartered in the United States, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,681,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 188,674 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at approximately 24,651,511 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions related to business travel amounting to about 134,453 kg CO2e. Silgan Holdings has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which the company has engaged with since 2023. The company is actively working towards these targets, although specific near-term reduction goals have been removed. Overall, Silgan Holdings is focused on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability within the containers and packaging sector, reflecting a growing industry trend towards climate responsibility.
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| Scope 1 | 188,674 |
| Scope 2 | 24,651,511 |
| Scope 3 | 134,453 |
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Silgan Holdings is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
