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Ball Sustainability Profile

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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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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Paper Products 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Ball's score of 62 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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). This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 8,687,929,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 388,628,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 233,557,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,687,929,000 kg CO2e. Ball Corporation has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 55% by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 16% over the same period. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and are aligned with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company also aims for net-zero carbon emissions across its entire value chain before 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability. In the near term, they have pledged to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 25% and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, both from a 2021 baseline. Ball's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices while addressing its carbon footprint in the packaging industry.

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Scope 2
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How Carbon Intensive is Ball's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ball's primary industry is Paper Products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ball's Location?

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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. This request for Ball is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ball's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Ball has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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