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Nampak Limited, a leading player in the paper and paper products industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates extensively across the African continent. Founded in 1968, Nampak has established itself as a key manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions, particularly in the paper and board sector.
The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of paper products, such as corrugated containers and recycled paper, which are distinguished by their sustainability and quality. Nampak's commitment to environmental responsibility and its strategic investments in technology have positioned it as a market leader in the region. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and operational excellence, Nampak continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the packaging industry.
21
DitchCarbon score
+4 vs industry average
Nampak’s score of 21 is lower than 47% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Paper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.732
20182025
The Paper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Nampak's reported carbon emissions
Nampak, a South Africa-based company in the paper and paper products industry, reported its latest Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for 2025. In 2025, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 37,673,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 118,740,000 kg CO2e. This follows 2024 emissions of approximately 36,458,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 106,559,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. For 2023, Nampak reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 51,497,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 200,064,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for these years.
Nampak has made climate commitments, with a Net-Zero commitment status as "Yes" in 2022, according to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, one entry from the SBTi indicates a "Commitment removed" status for its near-term and net-zero targets. The company has also been identified as a "BA1.5 member" with a date of 2022-08-04, indicating a commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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Nampak’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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