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Graphic Packaging Holding

Graphic Packaging Holding Company, commonly referred to as Graphic Packaging, is a leading provider of paper-based packaging solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2007, the company has established a strong presence in North America and internationally, focusing on sustainable packaging for the food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. Specialising in innovative packaging products, Graphic Packaging offers a diverse range of services, including folding cartons, paperboard, and flexible packaging. Their commitment to sustainability sets them apart, as they prioritise eco-friendly materials and processes. With a robust market position, Graphic Packaging has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for their sustainable practices and product innovations, solidifying their reputation as a key player in the packaging industry.

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42

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

Graphic Packaging Holding's score of 42 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Graphic Packaging Holding's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Graphic Packaging Holding Company reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 1,635,700,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 810,700,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.4% by 2032, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe, targeting emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, and waste generated in operations. In previous years, Graphic Packaging's emissions have shown a trend of substantial figures, with 2021 emissions for Scope 1 and 2 reaching approximately 2,049,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has also committed to reducing operations GHG emissions intensity by 15% by 2025, reflecting a proactive approach to sustainability. Overall, Graphic Packaging is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and climate science to mitigate climate change impacts.

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1,257,500,000
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Scope 2
793,000,000
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Scope 3
1,330,948,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Graphic Packaging Holding's primary industry is Paper and paper products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Graphic Packaging Holding is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Graphic Packaging Holding is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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