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Mayr Melnhof Karton

Mayr Melnhof Karton, a leading player in the paper and packaging industry, is headquartered in Austria (AT) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the production of high-quality recycled paperboard and cartonboard, catering to diverse sectors such as food, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. With a commitment to sustainability, Mayr Melnhof Karton offers innovative products that stand out for their eco-friendly attributes and superior performance. The company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and emphasis on recycling have positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to sustainable packaging solutions. Notable achievements include significant expansions and investments in technology, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the packaging industry.

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66

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Mayr Melnhof Karton's score of 66 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mayr Melnhof Karton's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Mayr Melnhof Karton reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 850,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 620,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 2,510,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions significantly. By 2031, it aims to achieve a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline, which translates to a target of approximately 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Mayr Melnhof Karton is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 58.1% per Euro value added, which is equivalent to a 50.4% absolute reduction. The company has also pledged to reach net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, aligning with science-based targets to limit global warming to 1.5°C. This commitment includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Mayr Melnhof Karton’s proactive approach to climate action reflects its dedication to sustainability within the forest and paper products sector.

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Scope 1
500,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
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-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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-
000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mayr Melnhof Karton's primary industry is Paper and paper products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Mayr Melnhof Karton is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Mayr Melnhof Karton is committed to some 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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