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BWAY Sustainability Profile

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BWAY Corporation, a prominent player in the packaging industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1983, BWAY has established itself as a leader in the manufacturing of rigid containers, particularly metal and plastic packaging solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to packaging, offering a diverse range of products that cater to various sectors, including food, chemicals, and personal care. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, BWAY's core offerings include industrial containers, pails, and drums, all designed to meet stringent industry standards. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in manufacturing and environmental stewardship. BWAY's strong market position is underscored by its extensive distribution network and a reputation for reliability, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking high-quality packaging solutions.

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24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Leather 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

BWAY's score of 24 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BWAY's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, BWAY Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 146,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 285,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 155,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 180,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a positive trend in reducing direct emissions. However, Scope 2 emissions saw a slight reduction from 287,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 339,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. BWAY has set an ambitious target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment underscores the company's dedication to climate action and aligns with industry standards for emissions reduction. The company is currently on track to meet its near-term reduction goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability. BWAY's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices while addressing its carbon footprint.

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202020222023
Scope 1
180,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
339,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is BWAY's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is BWAY'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 BWAY is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

BWAY'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.

BWAY has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
Reduction Actions

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