Quad Sustainability Profile
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.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Quad's score of 25 is lower than 61% 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 associated with its operations, focusing on Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company disclosed a production emission factor of approximately 2.451 kg CO2e per 1 million pieces printed. This figure reflects their commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint in the printing sector. Comparatively, in 2021, Quad's emissions were approximately 6.03 kg CO2e per 1 million pages printed, while in 2020, the emissions were about 6.32 kg CO2e per 1 million pages printed. This indicates a potential trend towards reducing emissions per unit of production, although specific reduction targets or achievements have not been outlined in their disclosures. Quad has not established any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or documented climate pledges, which suggests that while they are tracking emissions, they may not yet have formalised ambitious reduction commitments. The emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that Quad/Graphics, Inc. is independently reporting its performance. Overall, Quad's emissions data highlights their ongoing efforts to understand and manage their environmental impact, although further commitments and targets would enhance their climate strategy.
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Quad'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.
Quad 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.
