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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.

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30

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 30 is higher than 93% 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. This figure includes about 33,036,600 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 1,381,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also reported Scope 3 emissions of about 41,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the total emissions were around 41,358,800 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 40,123,400 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,235,400 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were reported at approximately 46,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, James Cropper's total emissions were about 29,704,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 28,065,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 1,639,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions matched the total emissions figure. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.

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36,575,000
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Scope 2
2,611,000
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Scope 3
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. This request for James Cropper is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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James Cropper is not participating in any 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
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