Public Profile

Quad

Quad, officially known as Quad/Graphics, is a leading provider of integrated marketing solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1971, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across North America and beyond. Specialising in the printing and marketing industry, Quad offers a diverse range of services, including commercial printing, digital marketing, and creative services, all designed to enhance brand engagement. What sets Quad apart is its commitment to innovation and sustainability, utilising advanced technology to deliver high-quality products tailored to client needs. With a strong market position, Quad has garnered recognition for its exceptional service and strategic partnerships, making it a trusted choice for businesses seeking comprehensive marketing solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Quad's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Quad's score of 18 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Quad's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Quad reported carbon emissions of approximately 2.451 kg CO2e per million pieces printed, reflecting their Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure indicates a commitment to monitoring and reducing their carbon footprint in the printing sector. In 2021, the emissions were about 6.03 kg CO2e per million pages printed, showing a slight improvement in their environmental impact. However, there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, such as Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments or document reduction targets. Quad's climate strategy appears to focus on tracking emissions, but further details on their long-term climate commitments are not available.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Quad's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Quad is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Quad is not committed to any 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.

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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