Ditchcarbon
  • Contact
  1. Organizations
  2. Richards Packaging Inc.
Public Profile
Chemicals
CA
updated a month ago

Richards Packaging Inc. Sustainability Profile

Company website

Richards Packaging Inc., a leading name in the packaging industry, is headquartered in California and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1948, the company has established itself as a trusted provider of innovative packaging solutions, catering primarily to the pharmaceutical, food, and personal care sectors. Richards Packaging offers a diverse range of products, including glass and plastic containers, closures, and custom packaging solutions, distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product offerings and customer base. Recognised for its exceptional service and expertise, Richards Packaging Inc. continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred partner for businesses seeking reliable and bespoke packaging solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Richards Packaging Inc.'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Richards Packaging Inc.'s score of 13 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28%

Let us know if this data was useful to you

Richards Packaging Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Richards Packaging Inc., headquartered in Canada, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company has not disclosed any commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As of now, there are no emissions figures inherited from a parent company, and no significant climate initiatives have been outlined. This lack of data suggests that Richards Packaging Inc. may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. In the context of the packaging industry, companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and emissions reduction, making it essential for Richards Packaging Inc. to establish clear targets and reporting mechanisms to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.

How Carbon Intensive is Richards Packaging Inc.'s Industry?

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Richards Packaging Inc.'s primary industry is Chemicals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Richards Packaging Inc.'s Location?

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Richards Packaging Inc. is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Richards Packaging Inc.'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.

Richards Packaging Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

Compare Richards Packaging Inc.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

Silgan Holdings

US
•
Aluminium and aluminium products
Updated 7 days ago

Tetra Pak

CH
•
Paper and paper products
Updated 7 days ago

SMURFIT Westrock Plc

SK
•
Paper and paper products
Updated 2 days ago

Sonoco

US
•
Paper and paper products
Updated 7 days ago

Graphic Packaging Holding

US
•
Paper and paper products
Updated about 23 hours ago

Sealed Air

US
•
Air transport services (62)
Updated 7 days ago

Let us know if this data was useful to you

Where does DitchCarbon data come from?

Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers

Ditchcarbon
v251107.1
[email protected]+44 203 475 7875Ditch Carbon Ltd167-169 Great Portland StreetLondon W1W 5PF
UL Solutions verification badge
CDP logo
Gartner Cool Vendor 2025 badge
ProductPortalScope 3 Tool FunctionalityDataIntegrationsPricing
CustomersHaleonGrant ThorntonHikmaRead all stories
SolutionsProcurement teamsSustainability teamsPlatform ownersCarbon accountants
ResourcesCalculation MethodologyDocumentationBlogFAQOrganizationsIndustriesSBTI APITrust CentreChangelog
AboutTeamCareersLicense AgreementPrivacy