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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Mayr Melnhof Karton's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

53

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 53 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Mayr Melnhof Karton's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Mayr Melnhof Karton reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,185,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 830,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 540,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,850,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2031, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they target a 58.1% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per € value added, which equates to a similar absolute reduction. Mayr Melnhof Karton is committed to reaching net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term goal aligns with their science-based targets, which include biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. The company is actively working towards these targets, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and climate action within the forest and paper products sector.

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20202023
Scope 1
500,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
80,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
100,000,000
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. Mayr Melnhof Karton is headquartered in AT, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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