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 total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,631,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 631,252,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 862,769,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 5,994,725,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 1,493,021,000 kg CO2e. Pactiv Evergreen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This long-term goal encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with specific near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing overall greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, also from a 2021 baseline. From 2015 to 2022, Pactiv Evergreen successfully reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 21%. The company is also working towards setting science-based targets in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a commitment made in July 2022 to establish these targets by 2024. Pactiv Evergreen's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Pactiv Evergreen Inc., reflecting its corporate family relationship. The company is actively engaged in reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability practices within the containers and packaging sector.
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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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