Ds Smith, officially known as DS Smith Plc, is a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1940, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across Europe and North America. Operating primarily in the packaging industry, Ds Smith focuses on innovative corrugated packaging, paper products, and recycling services. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability, Ds Smith offers unique, eco-friendly packaging solutions that cater to various sectors, including consumer goods, e-commerce, and industrial markets. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being a key player in the circular economy, which enhances its market position. With a dedication to reducing environmental impact, Ds Smith continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking sustainable packaging alternatives.
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In 2023, DS Smith reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,985,269,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,340,272,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 833,759,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,700,076,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 7,391,418,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% across all scopes by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, DS Smith aims for 76% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, to establish science-based targets by FY2027. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,183,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 573,000,000 | 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 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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