Amcor PLC

Common Name
Amcor
Country
Switzerland
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Packaging & Containers
Employees
77,000
Ticker
AMCR
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
Amcor plc is a global packaging company specializing in the design and manufacture of flexible packaging, rigid containers, specialty cartons, and closures for a diverse array of products. Its offerin...

Amcor's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Amcor completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Amcor has also provided a category-level breakdown for 2 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Amcor’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Amcor's Sustainability Report 2024
a. Amcor's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Amcor's Sustainability Report 2023
b. Amcor's Sustainability Report 2023
c. Amcor's Sustainability Report 2020
c. Amcor's Sustainability Report 2020

Insights into Amcor's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Amcor amounted to 10,958,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Amcor increased by 507.32%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a b

Amcor's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2020202320240150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e-14%-7%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Amcor's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Amcor were 430,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Amcor reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Amcor's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 20.38%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), Amcor's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 7.2%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a b

What are Amcor's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Amcor reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,168,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 10,528,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Amcor reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Amcor's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have increased by 597.46%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a c

What methodology does Amcor use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Amcor reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Amcor's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20202023202403 M6 M9 M12 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Amcor's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Amcor reported 8,870,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Amcor includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, down from 2 in 2023, indicating a decline in reporting granularity and reduced insight into the company's full value chain emissions. a

Amcor's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20202023202402.5 M5 M7.5 M10 MtCO2e-4%-7%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Amcor's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Amcor reported total Scope 3 emissions of 8,870,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Amcor reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Amcor's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 10.82%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), Amcor's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Amcor 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a b

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Amcor disclose?

In 2024, Amcor reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of Amcor's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Amcor's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 7,362,100 tCO₂e (100%)

Amcor's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(100.0%)

Insights into Amcor’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Amcor reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 430,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 13,640 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 31.52 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Amcor's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5005,00050,0001,000,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)RCFTMSilgan HoldingsYear: 2021Scope 1: 260,303 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,677Scope 1 Intensity: 45.85 tCO2e/$MGraphic Packaging HoldingYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,635,700 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,428Scope 1 Intensity: 173.49 tCO2e/$MCrown HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 562,894 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,801Scope 1 Intensity: 47.70 tCO2e/$MRRRengoYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,069,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,352Scope 1 Intensity: 168.30 tCO2e/$MGreifYear: 2023Scope 1: 656,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,219Scope 1 Intensity: 125.70 tCO2e/$MElopakYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,379 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,259Scope 1 Intensity: 0.31 tCO2e/$MCCCabkaYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,914 tCO2eRevenue: $M 189Scope 1 Intensity: 20.68 tCO2e/$MFFFPYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,842 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,586Scope 1 Intensity: 5.57 tCO2e/$MHuhtamakiYear: 2024Scope 1: 218,431 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,294Scope 1 Intensity: 50.87 tCO2e/$MVetropack HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 528,721 tCO2eRevenue: $M 930Scope 1 Intensity: 568.55 tCO2e/$MCCL IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 153,340 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,037Scope 1 Intensity: 30.45 tCO2e/$MBallYear: 2024Scope 1: 387,349 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,795Scope 1 Intensity: 32.84 tCO2e/$MTTTon Yi IndustrialYear: 2024Scope 1: 72,866 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,369Scope 1 Intensity: 53.21 tCO2e/$MYunnan Energy New MaterialYear: 2023Scope 1: 319,036 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,694Scope 1 Intensity: 188.29 tCO2e/$MHexagon CompositesYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,637 tCO2eRevenue: $M 428Scope 1 Intensity: 6.16 tCO2e/$MAvery DennisonYear: 2024Scope 1: 238,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,756Scope 1 Intensity: 27.18 tCO2e/$MPackaging Corp of AmericaYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,720,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,802Scope 1 Intensity: 220.45 tCO2e/$MSIG GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,270Scope 1 Intensity: 6.15 tCO2e/$MMMMacfarlane GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,535 tCO2eRevenue: $M 339Scope 1 Intensity: 13.36 tCO2e/$MVeralliaYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,166,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,596Scope 1 Intensity: 602.26 tCO2e/$MSealed AirYear: 2023Scope 1: 124,142 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,489Scope 1 Intensity: 22.62 tCO2e/$MArdagh Metal PackagingYear: 2023Scope 1: 165,020 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,812Scope 1 Intensity: 34.29 tCO2e/$MAmcorYear: 2024Scope 1: 430,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,640Scope 1 Intensity: 31.52 tCO2e/$M

How does Amcor's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Amcor reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 31.52 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 40.07 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Amcor rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Amcor ranked 10 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

Amcor is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into Amcor's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Amcor reported a total carbon footprint of 19,828,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 74.62% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a b

The largest contributor to Amcor's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 53.1% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 44.73%. a

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