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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In 2023, Graphic Packaging Holding, headquartered in the US, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The company emitted approximately 1,635,700,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 810,700,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and 7,490,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change through substantial reduction targets. Graphic Packaging has set ambitious goals to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, it targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, and waste generated in operations, among others. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The commitment includes biogenic land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability in the forest and paper products sector.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,257,500,000 | 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 | 793,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,330,948,000 | 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 |
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