Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv Evergreen, a leading name in the packaging industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 2018, the company emerged from the merger of Pactiv and Evergreen Packaging, marking a significant milestone in the sector. Specialising in sustainable foodservice and consumer packaging solutions, Pactiv Evergreen is renowned for its innovative products, including foam containers, paper cups, and flexible packaging, all designed with environmental considerations in mind. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Pactiv Evergreen has positioned itself as a market leader, focusing on recyclable and compostable materials. The company’s dedication to quality and innovation has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable packaging solutions.
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Pactiv Evergreen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Pactiv Evergreen reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 1,069,204,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 916,752,000 kg CO2e in the US. Globally, the company’s emissions included approximately 631,252,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 862,769,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a substantial 5,994,725,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Pactiv Evergreen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, they have achieved a 21% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2015 to 2022. In the near term, they aim to reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, also from a 2021 baseline. The company is actively working towards these targets, having committed to setting science-based targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in July 2022. This commitment reflects Pactiv Evergreen's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2015 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,385,600,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,256,224,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,256,224,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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