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.
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 15 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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 decrease in emissions intensity. However, no specific reduction targets or significant achievements have been documented in their climate initiatives, as there are no stated document reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Quad's focus appears to be on improving efficiency in their operations, although further details on comprehensive climate commitments are not available.
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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.
