Sealed Air Corporation, commonly known as Sealed Air, is a leading global provider of packaging solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1960, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in innovative packaging technologies, Sealed Air focuses on sectors such as food safety, product protection, and e-commerce. The company is renowned for its core products, including Bubble Wrap® and Cryovac® food packaging, which are designed to enhance product integrity and reduce waste. Sealed Air's commitment to sustainability and efficiency has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in reducing environmental impact while delivering high-performance solutions. With a rich history of innovation, Sealed Air continues to shape the future of packaging in an ever-evolving industry.
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In 2023, Sealed Air reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 403,556,000 kg CO2e, comprising 124,142,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 279,414,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a notable commitment to sustainability, as the company aims to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2040 across its operations, specifically targeting Scopes 1 and 2. Sealed Air has set ambitious near-term goals, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to cut Scope 3 emissions—primarily from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products—by 15% within the same timeframe. In line with its sustainability initiatives, Sealed Air has also pledged that by 2025, all its packaging solutions will be 100% recyclable or reusable. This commitment reflects the company's broader strategy to enhance its environmental performance and contribute to global climate goals.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 134,130,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 389,153,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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