Amcor plc, a global leader in packaging solutions, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1860, Amcor has evolved into a key player in the packaging industry, specialising in flexible and rigid packaging for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care sectors. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable packaging, offering products that not only meet customer needs but also address environmental concerns. Amcor's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its ambitious goals to make all its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025. With a strong market position, Amcor has received numerous accolades for its contributions to packaging technology and sustainability, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global packaging landscape.
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In 2024, Amcor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,468,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 430,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,168,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 8,870,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 11,510,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a positive trend in their emissions management. Amcor has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. They have established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 54.6% by FY2033, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions by 32.5% within the same timeframe. These targets align with science-based methodologies to ensure they contribute effectively to global climate goals. The company has also reported a 60% reduction in GHG emissions intensity by 2030, compared to a 2006 baseline, demonstrating their commitment to sustainable practices. Amcor's initiatives reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, positioning them as a leader in the packaging industry in Switzerland and globally.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 369,875,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,217,174,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 7,210,747,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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