Tetra Pak, officially known as Tetra Pak International S.A., is a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1951, the company has revolutionised the industry with its innovative aseptic packaging technology, enabling safe and sustainable food distribution worldwide. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Tetra Pak serves a diverse range of sectors, including dairy, beverages, and food products. Its core offerings include carton packaging, processing equipment, and comprehensive services that enhance product safety and extend shelf life. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability, Tetra Pak has achieved significant milestones, such as being a pioneer in developing recyclable packaging solutions. The company consistently ranks among the top players in the packaging industry, underscoring its dedication to quality and innovation.
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In 2023, Tetra Pak reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,439,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 47,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 44,000,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and about 10,348,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the company has demonstrated a significant reduction in total emissions from 2021, when emissions were approximately 12,961,000,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a downward trend in their carbon footprint. Tetra Pak's emissions profile indicates a strong reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99% of their total emissions in 2023. This includes substantial contributions from the use of sold products (approximately 5,661,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 3,327,000,000 kg CO2e). Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Tetra Pak's commitment to sustainability is evident in their ongoing efforts to measure and report their emissions comprehensively. The company continues to focus on improving their sustainability performance, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 64,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 113,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 12,799,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Tetra Pak is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.