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SONOCO Sustainability Profile

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Sonoco Products Company, commonly known as Sonoco, is a leading global provider of packaging solutions headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1899, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in consumer packaging, industrial products, and protective packaging, Sonoco is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable packaging solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes paperboard tubes, flexible packaging, and rigid containers, Sonoco stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being recognised for its efforts in reducing environmental impact and enhancing product recyclability. As a key player in the packaging industry, Sonoco continues to drive advancements that meet the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining a strong market position.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

SONOCO's score of 26 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SONOCO's reported carbon emissions

SONOCO, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as there are no available figures for kg CO2e emissions. Additionally, the company has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Without emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is unclear how SONOCO is addressing climate commitments within the industry context. As such, further information on their sustainability strategies or future climate goals would be necessary to provide a comprehensive overview of their environmental impact and commitments.

How Carbon Intensive is SONOCO's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SONOCO's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is SONOCO's Location?

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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. This request for SONOCO is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

SONOCO'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.

SONOCO 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
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