Greif Inc., commonly referred to as Greif, is a leading provider of packaging and labelling services headquartered in the United States. Established in 1877, the company has a long-standing history of delivering innovative packaging solutions across various industries, including industrial, consumer, and agricultural sectors. With a global presence, Greif operates in multiple regions, supporting customers worldwide with its extensive network of manufacturing facilities and distribution centres.
Specialising in steel, fibre, and plastic drums, intermediate bulk containers, and custom packaging solutions, Greif is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability. Its comprehensive range of products and services positions it as a key player in the packaging industry, known for its reliability and industry expertise. Over the years, Greif has achieved notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in packaging and labelling services.
+6 vs industry average
Greif’s score of 56 is higher than 58% 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
Packaging and Labeling Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Packaging and Labeling Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Greif's reported carbon emissions
Greif, a US-based packaging and labelling services company, has reported its greenhouse gas emissions. For 2025, the company's total emissions were approximately 3.7 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 297 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of approximately 259 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 3.2 billion kg CO2e.
The company has set near-term climate targets, including a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 28% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Greif also aims to reduce energy use by 10% per unit of production from a 2019 baseline. Some of these targets are considered on track for the near term.
Historical emissions data shows:
- 2024: Total emissions were approximately 6.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 625 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at around 5.1 billion kg CO2e. Scope 2 data was not reported for this year.
- 2023: Total emissions were approximately 6.2 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 605 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at around 5.1 billion kg CO2e. Scope 2 data was not reported.
- 2022: Total emissions were approximately 6.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 756 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of around 5.0 billion kg CO2e.
- 2021: Total emissions were approximately 5.6 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 697 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at around 4.4 billion kg CO2e.
- 2020: Total emissions were approximately 5.4 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 693 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at around 4.1 billion kg CO2e.
- 2019: Total emissions were approximately 5.7 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of about 686 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of about 622 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 4.4 billion kg CO2e.
Greif is not currently reporting cascaded data from a parent organisation.
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Greif’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
28% reduction in Scope 1
Reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions 28% over a 2019 baseline
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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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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Data year: 2025
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