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Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc., a leading name in the glass manufacturing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 1983, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the production of glass containers, serving various sectors including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. With major operational facilities across North America, Owens-Brockway is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in glass packaging. The company offers a diverse range of products, including custom glass bottles and jars, which are distinguished by their durability and aesthetic appeal. Owens-Brockway's focus on quality and environmental responsibility has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for brands seeking reliable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. Notable achievements include advancements in lightweight glass technology, which enhance both performance and sustainability.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Glass 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

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.'s score of 31 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from O-I Glass, Inc.

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of O-I Glass, Inc., and any emissions data or climate commitments would be inherited from this parent organisation. As part of its climate commitments, Owens-Brockway is aligned with initiatives from O-I Glass, Inc., which include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed at this time. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction initiatives highlights the ongoing challenges within the glass manufacturing industry regarding transparency and accountability in carbon emissions. As a subsidiary, Owens-Brockway's climate strategies are likely influenced by the broader goals set by O-I Glass, Inc., but specific metrics and targets remain unspecified.

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0,000,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.'s primary industry is Glass and glass products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 66% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
71%
Capital Goods
21%
Purchased Goods and Services
8%

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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