Arca Continental, a leading player in the beverage and food packaging industry, is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico (MX). Founded in 2011, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Latin America and the United States, establishing a strong presence in the production of high-quality plastic and glass containers. Specialising in the manufacture of bottles, caps, and other packaging solutions, Arca Continental is renowned for its innovative designs and sustainable practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position and enhanced its product offerings. With a commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, Arca Continental continues to be a prominent force in the packaging sector, recognised for its operational excellence and dedication to quality.
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In 2023, Arca Continental reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 437,898,540 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 307,849,410 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 130,049,130 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including 2,296,517,430 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, and 623,096,200 kg CO2e from downstream leased assets. Arca Continental has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 33.9% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 15% within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company aims to achieve near-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and 2 by 2025. In previous years, Arca Continental has also targeted a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030. These initiatives reflect the company's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 121,795,410 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 90,727,930 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,874,036,280 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Arca Continental's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 10% last year and increased by approximately 134% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Arca Continental has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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