WestRock Company, commonly referred to as WestRock, is a leading provider in the packing and crating industry, headquartered in the United States. With a strong presence across North America and other key regions, the company specialises in innovative packaging solutions that serve diverse sectors, including consumer goods, retail, and industrial markets. Founded in 2015 through the merger of MeadWestvaco and Rock-Tenn, WestRock has quickly established itself as a major player in the packaging industry, recognised for its sustainable and customisable products.
The company's core offerings include corrugated containers, folding cartons, and speciality packaging, distinguished by their durability and eco-friendly design. WestRock’s market position is reinforced by its commitment to innovation and operational excellence, making it a trusted name in the global packaging landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Packing and Crating has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Packing and Crating industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
WestRock Company's reported carbon emissions
WestRock Company, a leader in the Packing and Crating industry based in the US, reported a total of approximately 21.7 billion kg CO2e across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 for the year 2024. This figure comprises approximately 5.67 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, about 1.75 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and approximately 9.45 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions.
For the year 2023, WestRock's total emissions were approximately 20.0 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 6 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 (location-based) at approximately 1.68 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 amounted to approximately 9.65 billion kg CO2e.
WestRock is committed to significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions. The company has set a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target has been approved by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is considered well-aligned with a well-below 2°C scenario. Furthermore, WestRock aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by the same percentage, 27.5%, by 2030 from the 2019 baseline, covering categories such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream and downstream transportation, and the end-of-life treatment of sold products.
The company also has an intensity-based target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions per ton of production by 20% between 2015 and 2025, a goal established in 2015. More recently, specific targets include reducing Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. WestRock is also aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of the current decade. The company is working towards a net-zero future, acknowledging the reliance on evolving technologies and supportive regulations.
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WestRock Company’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
27.5% reduction in all scopes
Reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2030 from a 2019 base year Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purch…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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