Plastipak
Plastipak Holdings, Inc., a leading player in the packaging industry, is headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and South America. Founded in 1967, Plastipak has established itself as a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of rigid plastic containers, primarily serving the food, beverage, and personal care sectors. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable packaging solutions, including advanced recycling technologies and lightweight designs that reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, Plastipak has achieved numerous accolades for its commitment to quality and sustainability, making it a trusted partner for global brands seeking efficient and eco-friendly packaging options.
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Plastipak's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Plastipak reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 51,300 tonnes for Scope 1, 19,702,000 tonnes for Scope 2, and 20,756,000 tonnes for Scope 3, amounting to a significant carbon footprint. Over the past few years, the company has shown a commitment to reducing its emissions, with 2022 figures indicating 5,105,000 tonnes for Scope 1, 14,338,000 tonnes for Scope 2, and 33,645,000 tonnes for Scope 3. Plastipak has set ambitious targets to address its carbon emissions. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 59.7% by 2032, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it has committed to a 32.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Plastipak's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the containers and packaging sector, focusing on significant reductions across all scopes of emissions.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,117,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,376,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,278,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Plastipak is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
