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Macfarlane Group PLC

Common Name
Macfarlane Group
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Packaging & Containers
Employees
1,000
Ticker
MACF
Exchange
London Stock Exchange
Description
Macfarlane Group PLC is a leading packaging company headquartered in Glasgow, Scotland, specializing in the design, manufacture, and distribution of protective packaging products to businesses across ...

Macfarlane Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Macfarlane Group 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).

Macfarlane Group has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
4,535a
4,969a
5,267a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
168a
114a
237a
Location-Based
919a
783a
644a
Total Scope 3
28a
21a
195,802a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
13.3628a
13.9008a
15.042a
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a. Macfarlane Group's Annual Report 2024

Insights into Macfarlane Group's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Macfarlane Group amounted to 5,454 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 Macfarlane Group decreased by 5.18%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Macfarlane Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202401.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e-6%+1%-4%-6%-9%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Macfarlane Group's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Macfarlane Group were 4,535 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Macfarlane Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Macfarlane Group's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 21.34%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Macfarlane Group's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 8.73%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Macfarlane Group's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Macfarlane Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 168 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 919 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Macfarlane Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Macfarlane Group's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 36.18%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Macfarlane Group's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 17.37% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya

What methodology does Macfarlane Group use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Macfarlane Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202404008001.2 k1.6 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Macfarlane Group's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Macfarlane Group reported 28 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 Macfarlane Group includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Macfarlane Group's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202220232024050 k100 k150 k200 ktCO2e-100%+33%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Macfarlane Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Macfarlane Group reported total Scope 3 emissions of 28 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

Compared to the previous year (2023), Macfarlane Group's Scope 3 emissions increased by 33.33%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Macfarlane Group disclose?

In 2024, Macfarlane Group 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 Macfarlane Group's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 28 tCO₂e (100%)

Macfarlane Group's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Business Travel(Cat. 6)(100.0%)

Insights into Macfarlane Group’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Macfarlane Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 4,535 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 339 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 13.36 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Macfarlane Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5005,000100,0002,000,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)GreifYear: 2024Scope 1: 625,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,355Scope 1 Intensity: 143.52 tCO2e/$MSilgan HoldingsYear: 2021Scope 1: 260,303 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,677Scope 1 Intensity: 45.85 tCO2e/$MYUTOYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,504 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,351Scope 1 Intensity: 9.15 tCO2e/$MSonoco ProductsYear: 2024Scope 1: 637,605 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,305Scope 1 Intensity: 120.18 tCO2e/$MSealed AirYear: 2024Scope 1: 158,005 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,393Scope 1 Intensity: 29.30 tCO2e/$MSIG GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 20,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,819Scope 1 Intensity: 5.34 tCO2e/$MYunnan Energy New Material (Group)Year: 2024Scope 1: 347,165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,393Scope 1 Intensity: 249.29 tCO2e/$MStora EnsoYear: 2025Scope 1: 990,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,964Scope 1 Intensity: 90.29 tCO2e/$MCCL IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 153,340 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,037Scope 1 Intensity: 30.45 tCO2e/$MAvery DennisonYear: 2024Scope 1: 238,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,756Scope 1 Intensity: 27.18 tCO2e/$MCrown HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 562,894 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,801Scope 1 Intensity: 47.70 tCO2e/$MBallYear: 2024Scope 1: 387,349 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,795Scope 1 Intensity: 32.84 tCO2e/$MAmcor PLCYear: 2024Scope 1: 430,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,640Scope 1 Intensity: 31.52 tCO2e/$MInternational PaperYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,266,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,619Scope 1 Intensity: 336.54 tCO2e/$MPackaging Corp of AmericaYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,000,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,383Scope 1 Intensity: 238.57 tCO2e/$MSmurfit WestRockYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,674,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 21,109Scope 1 Intensity: 268.80 tCO2e/$MCabkaYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,914 tCO2eRevenue: $M 189Scope 1 Intensity: 20.68 tCO2e/$MAluflexpackYear: 2024Scope 1: 32,900 tCO2eRevenue: $M 390Scope 1 Intensity: 84.32 tCO2e/$MGreatview Aseptic PackagingYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,425 tCO2eRevenue: $M 537Scope 1 Intensity: 8.24 tCO2e/$MRanpak HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,854 tCO2eRevenue: $M 336Scope 1 Intensity: 5.51 tCO2e/$MZignago VetroYear: 2025Scope 1: 243,615 tCO2eRevenue: $M 523Scope 1 Intensity: 465.82 tCO2e/$MNihon Yamamura GlassYear: 2024Scope 1: 184,902 tCO2eRevenue: $M 481Scope 1 Intensity: 384.25 tCO2e/$MHexagon CompositesYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,507 tCO2eRevenue: $M 293Scope 1 Intensity: 8.54 tCO2e/$MDS SmithYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,340,272 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,568Scope 1 Intensity: 156.42 tCO2e/$MMacfarlane GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,535 tCO2eRevenue: $M 339Scope 1 Intensity: 13.36 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Macfarlane Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 13.36 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 46.78, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Macfarlane Group rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Macfarlane Group ranked 6 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Macfarlane Group's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Macfarlane Group reported a total carbon footprint of 5,482 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 5.04% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Macfarlane Group's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 82.73% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 16.76%.a

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