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Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation, a global leader in labelling and packaging materials, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1935, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in pressure-sensitive adhesives, labels, and RFID solutions, Avery Dennison is renowned for its innovative products that enhance brand visibility and consumer engagement. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Avery Dennison has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in smart label solutions. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its quality and reliability in the labelling industry. Its diverse portfolio not only meets the needs of various sectors but also sets industry standards, making Avery Dennison a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Avery Dennison's score of 44 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Avery Dennison's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Avery Dennison reported total Scope 1 emissions of 120,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 82,000,000 kg CO2e, resulting in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of 202,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Avery Dennison is committed to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services and the end-of-life treatment of sold products, using 2018 as the baseline year. Historically, in 2011, Avery Dennison's Scope 1 emissions were 91,650,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were 168,573,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant focus on reducing emissions over the years. The company's targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Avery Dennison's ongoing efforts reflect a commitment to sustainability within the containers and packaging sector, positioning the company as a leader in climate action.

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Scope 1
246,613,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
301,827,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Avery Dennison's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Avery Dennison is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Avery Dennison 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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