Ball
Ball Corporation, a leading global provider of sustainable packaging solutions, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1880, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key player in the metal packaging industry, particularly in beverage cans and food containers. With major operational regions across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, Ball Corporation is renowned for its innovative approach to packaging. The company’s core products include aluminium beverage cans and metal food containers, distinguished by their lightweight design and recyclability, which align with growing environmental concerns. Ball Corporation has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable manufacturing practices and a commitment to reducing carbon emissions. As a market leader, Ball continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for brands seeking eco-friendly packaging solutions.
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Ball's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ball Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,544,675,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (387,349,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (190,200,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (7,544,675,000 kg CO2e). The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 577,549,000 kg CO2e. Ball has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute GHG emissions from its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 55% by 2030, using a 2017 baseline. This target is approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 16% by 2030 from the same baseline. In terms of specific initiatives, Ball has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 emissions by 25% and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, both from a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve net zero carbon emissions across its entire value chain before 2050. Ball's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from its own disclosures. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 380,670,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 924,596,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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