United Caps
United Caps, a leading manufacturer in the plastic packaging industry, is headquartered in Luxembourg (LU) and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 2014, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the production of high-quality closures and caps for various sectors, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. With a commitment to innovation, United Caps offers a diverse range of products, including standard and custom closures that are designed to enhance functionality and sustainability. Their unique approach to product development and emphasis on customer collaboration have positioned them as a trusted partner in the packaging market. Notable achievements include a strong focus on eco-friendly solutions, reflecting the industry's shift towards sustainability.
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United Caps's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, United Caps reported total carbon emissions of approximately 156,500,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,196,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,407,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 148,898,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product end-of-life. United Caps has set ambitious climate commitments, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, United Caps is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from the end-of-life treatment of sold products by 25% by 2030, also relative to 2022 levels. Furthermore, the company plans to ensure that 70% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2028. These targets reflect United Caps's commitment to align with a 1.5°C trajectory, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts within the containers and packaging sector.
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| 2020 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,196,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,407,000 |
| Scope 3 | 148,898,000 |
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