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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Mayr Melnhof Karton's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mayr Melnhof Karton reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,500,222,000 kg CO2e, comprising 880,116,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 56,0155 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,543,198,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 2,928,311,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 852,449,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 597,693 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,459,234,000 kg CO2e. Mayr Melnhof Karton has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 50.4% by 2031, using 2019 as the base year. This target includes a specific commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% and Scope 3 emissions by 58.1% per Euro value added, which is equivalent to a 50.4% absolute reduction. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the forest and paper products sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Mayr Melnhof Karton AG, with no data cascaded from a parent organization.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 500,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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