Amcor's A- grade for climate change
disclosure reflects its 36% reduction in
greenhouse gas emissions intensity since 2008
ZURICH, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Amcor (the
"Company"), a global packaging leader, has been awarded an A- grade
for Climate Change in the CDP's annual ratings, highlighting the
Company's decisive actions towards a more sustainable future.
Amcor's score reflects the success of its EnviroAction program,
which reduced all greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 36%* since
2008. The Company has been an industry leader in packaging design
innovation, implementing operating efficiencies and increasing the
use of post-consumer recycled content in packaging products.
David Clark, Vice President for
Sustainability at Amcor said: "We're proud that CDP has
recognized Amcor's enhanced sustainability efforts and results. We
will continue to lower our greenhouse gas emissions, and to
meaningfully reduce water consumption through our EnviroAction
program. Amcor recognizes that sustainability is our greatest
opportunity, and we will continue to embed this philosophy into our
business."
In addition to CDP scorecards, Amcor has reported annually on
its sustainability metrics in accordance with the Global Reporting
Initiative (GRI) framework for the last nine years and to MSCI's
ESG Ratings assessment. Learn more about Amcor's sustainability
activities at www.amcor.com/sustainability.
Note to editors:
- *Compared to a 2006 baseline, inclusive of scope 1,2 and 3
emissions.
- GHG (greenhouse gas) emissions intensity is measured by
dividing absolute GHG emissions by total units produced.
- The CDP's 2020 assessment of Amcor excluded Bemis legacy sites;
however, Bemis is included under the umbrella of Amcor's account
should details be requested.
- Scope 1 and 2 emissions are under the direct control of
companies; examples include the electricity purchased to run
facilities and fuel used for vehicles and production. Scope 3
emissions comprise all other indirect emissions from a company's
activities, from raw materials purchased to end of life treatment
and transportation.
About CDP
CDP is a global non-profit that drives
companies and governments to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions,
safeguard water resources and protect forests. CDP is voted number
one climate research provider by investors and works with
institutional investors with US$106
trillion in assets. Over 9,600 companies disclosed
environmental data through CDP in 2020.
About Amcor
Amcor is a global leader in developing and producing responsible
packaging for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home and
personal-care, and other products. Amcor works with leading
companies around the world to protect their products and the people
who rely on them, differentiate brands, and improve supply chains
through a range of flexible and rigid packaging, specialty cartons,
closures, and services. The company is focused on making packaging
that uses less materials, is increasingly recyclable and reusable,
and is made with more recycled content. Around 47,000 Amcor people
generate $12.5 billion in annual
sales from operations that span about 230 locations in 40-plus
countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC
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