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Ardagh Group, commonly referred to as Ardagh, is a leading global provider of innovative packaging and crating solutions, with its headquarters situated in Luxembourg. Established in 1932, the company has grown to serve major markets across Europe, the Americas, and beyond, specialising in glass and metal packaging for the food, beverage, and consumer goods sectors.
Renowned for its high-quality products and sustainable manufacturing practices, Ardagh’s core offerings include glass bottles, metal cans, and specialised packaging solutions that meet stringent industry standards. The company's commitment to innovation and operational excellence has secured its position as a key player within the packaging industry, recognised for delivering reliable, customisable, and environmentally conscious packaging options.
56
DitchCarbon score
+17 vs industry average
Ardagh’s score of 56 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Packing and Crating has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.296
20182025
The Packing and Crating industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Ardagh's reported carbon emissions
Ardagh's Carbon Emissions & Climate Commitments
Ardagh, a Packing and Crating company headquartered in LU, reported approximately 8.6 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2023. This included around 2.84 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 1.42 billion kg CO2e in Scope 2 (market-based) emissions, and 4.34 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions.
Ardagh is committed to ambitious climate action, with targets cascaded from its parent company, Ardagh Group S.A. Ardagh aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the UN and Paris Climate Agreement.
Near-term, Ardagh has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals:
- A 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, from a 2020 baseline.
- A 12.3% absolute reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, from a 2020 baseline.
Previously, Ardagh set an absolute carbon reduction target of 17% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, from a 2016 baseline. Additionally, the company aims for a 10% reduction in VOC emission intensity by 2030.
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Ardagh’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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