Public Profile

James Cropper

James Cropper PLC, headquartered in the United Kingdom, is a distinguished leader in the paper and advanced materials industry. Founded in 1845, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe and North America. Renowned for its innovative approach, James Cropper specializes in high-quality paper products, bespoke packaging solutions, and advanced materials, catering to a diverse range of sectors such as luxury goods, publishing, and technical applications. With a commitment to sustainability, James Cropper has pioneered unique processes, including the use of recycled materials in its production. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of its patented CupCycling® technology, which transforms used coffee cups into premium paper. As a result, James Cropper holds a prominent market position, recognised for its craftsmanship and dedication to environmental responsibility.

DitchCarbon Score

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18

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.

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Industry Benchmark

James Cropper's score of 18 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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James Cropper's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, James Cropper reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,418,400 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 33,036,600 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,381,800 kg CO2e. The company's emissions in 2022 were higher, totalling about 41,358,800 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions year-on-year. In 2022, James Cropper's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 40,123,400 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were about 1,235,400 kg CO2e. The total emissions for 2021 were around 29,704,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 28,065,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 1,639,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a commitment to reducing emissions over the years. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by James Cropper. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, which include direct emissions (Scope 1), indirect emissions from purchased electricity (Scope 2), and other indirect emissions (Scope 3). Overall, James Cropper's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to managing carbon output, with a clear downward trend in emissions from 2022 to 2023.

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39,186,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. James Cropper's primary industry is Paper and paper products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. James Cropper is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

James Cropper is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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