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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Graphic Packaging Holding's score of 67 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Graphic Packaging Holding Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 8,999,900,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,286,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 742,700,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 6,910,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, it aims for a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Graphic Packaging's long-term climate commitment includes achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company has also established a near-term goal to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10% from a 2016 baseline by 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the forest and paper products sector. Overall, Graphic Packaging is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its reporting and initiatives.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
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