Graham Packaging Company, a leading player in the sustainable packaging industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1970, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the design and production of innovative plastic containers, primarily serving the food, beverage, and personal care sectors. With a strong operational presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, Graham Packaging is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and recycling initiatives.
The company’s core offerings include custom blow-moulded containers, which are distinguished by their lightweight design and eco-friendly materials. Graham Packaging has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its sustainable practices and product innovations. As a market leader, the company continues to set benchmarks in packaging solutions, driving advancements that align with global sustainability goals.
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Graham Packaging’s score of 16 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Paper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Paper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Graham Packaging's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Graham Packaging reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.44 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 21.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 366.4 million kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, amounting to about 1.05 billion kg CO2e.
Graham Packaging has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 30% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Specifically, the company targets a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified under the 1.5°C pathway, reflecting the company's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
The emissions data is cascaded from Graham Packaging Company Inc., which is the parent organization, ensuring that the reported figures are consistent with the broader corporate sustainability strategy.
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Graham Packaging’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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