Graham Packaging
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Graham Packaging reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,441,583,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 21,057,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 366,443,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 1,054,084,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 387,499,000 kg CO2e. Graham Packaging has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by 30% across all scopes by the end of 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Specifically, the company plans to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. Additionally, Graham Packaging is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, reinforcing its dedication to mitigating climate change. The company is also focused on reducing energy intensity by 25% by 2028 from a 2018 baseline, as part of its participation in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Plants Program. These initiatives reflect Graham Packaging's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the packaging industry.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 489,233,169.21 | 000,000,000.00 | 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 |
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