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Sonoco Products Company, Industrial Containers Business Sustainability Profile

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Sonoco Products Company, a leading global provider of industrial containers, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1899, Sonoco has established itself as a key player in the packaging industry, particularly in the production of rigid and flexible packaging solutions. The Industrial Containers Business segment focuses on delivering high-quality products such as steel and plastic drums, intermediate bulk containers, and other custom packaging solutions. What sets Sonoco apart is its commitment to innovation and sustainability, ensuring that its offerings meet the evolving needs of various industries, including chemicals, food, and pharmaceuticals. With a strong market position, Sonoco has received numerous accolades for its operational excellence and customer service, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the industrial packaging sector.

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Sonoco Products Company, Industrial Containers Business's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Greif, Inc.

Sonoco Products Company, Industrial Containers Business, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is identified as a merged entity, inheriting emissions data from its parent organisation, Greif, Inc. However, no absolute emissions figures or reduction targets have been disclosed. In terms of climate commitments, Sonoco's Industrial Containers Business has not outlined specific reduction initiatives or targets, such as those set by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of documented climate pledges indicates a potential area for development in their sustainability strategy. As part of the broader industry context, companies like Sonoco are increasingly expected to adopt transparent climate strategies and set measurable targets to reduce their carbon footprint. The lack of specific emissions data and reduction commitments highlights the need for enhanced climate action within the organisation.

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How Carbon Intensive is Sonoco Products Company, Industrial Containers Business's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sonoco Products Company, Industrial Containers Business's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sonoco Products Company, Industrial Containers Business'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 Products Company, Industrial Containers Business is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sonoco Products Company, Industrial Containers Business'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 Products Company, Industrial Containers Business 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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