Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv Evergreen, a leading name in the packaging industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 2018, the company emerged from the merger of Pactiv and Evergreen Packaging, marking a significant milestone in the sector. Specialising in sustainable foodservice and consumer packaging solutions, Pactiv Evergreen is renowned for its innovative products, including foam containers, paper cups, and flexible packaging, all designed with environmental considerations in mind. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Pactiv Evergreen has positioned itself as a market leader, focusing on recyclable and compostable materials. The company’s dedication to quality and innovation has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable packaging solutions.
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Pactiv Evergreen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Pactiv Evergreen reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 1,069,204,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 9,167,520 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in the US. In Canada, the company emitted around 1,195,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and approximately 5,089,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2). In Mexico, emissions were about 63,372,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 32,287,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2). Globally, Pactiv Evergreen's total emissions included approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a substantial upstream impact primarily from purchased goods and services. Pactiv Evergreen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, they have reported a 21% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2015 to 2022. In the near term, they aim to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. These targets are part of a broader strategy aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Pactiv Evergreen joined in July 2022. The company is currently classified as a current subsidiary of Pactiv Evergreen Inc., with all emissions data and climate commitments cascading from this parent organisation.
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| 2015 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,385,600,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,256,224,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,256,224,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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