Atlantic Packaging
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019-2020, 2022-2023)
Reporting Period: 2019-2020
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:20,998.2 metric tons CO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:19,000 cubic meters/year
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Sustainable Packaging
- Renewable Energy
- Waste Reduction
- Recycling
Environmental Achievements
- Transitioned to energy-efficient halogen lighting in all facilities, projected 60% reduction in energy consumption and over 2,000,000 KWH annual carbon reduction by 2021.
- Launched a major initiative and investment in renewable solar energy to offset 50% of all carbon emissions from internal operations (Scope 2 emissions), aiming for over 5000 tons of carbon offset annually.
- Recycled over 40,000 tons of paperboard in 2020, avoiding 148,148 cubic yards of landfill waste.
- Recycled 96% of all waste produced in 2020, with a goal of 99% by 2025.
Social Achievements
- Established a Sustainability Leadership Council to implement science-based carbon reduction strategies and promote sustainable packaging programs.
- Continued key membership in SPC, SFI and other sustainable packaging organizations.
Governance Achievements
- Committed to adopting science-based targets in line with the Science Based Targets Initiative, aiming for a 50% reduction in operational carbon emissions by 2025 (10,500 metric tons annually).
- Participated in the CDP annual survey, achieving a B- score in 2018.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve net-zero emissions across the entire value chain (Scope 1-2-3) by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve net-zero carbon footprint for the organization by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2025 (10,500 metric tons annually).
- Recycle 99% of all waste produced by 2025.
Environmental Challenges
- Capturing Scope 3 emissions.
- Finding viable renewable energy options for logistics and material handling.
- Achieving 99% waste recycling rate.
Mitigation Strategies
- Scope 3 emissions currently under evaluation.
- Evaluating electric and hydrogen fuel options for delivery trucks; transitioning to a fully electric forklift fleet in 2021.
- Implementing process improvements to achieve 99% waste recycling goal.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Promoting sustainable packaging materials.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Renewable energy investments.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: CDP, Science Based Targets initiative
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
2025 Sustainability Goals align with several UN Sustainability Goals.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Fishbone Recyclable Can Carriers
- Curbside Recyclable Mailers
- Guardian Taping System
- LayerShield Sheet Program
- Clysar EVO and EVOX Recyclable Shrink Films
- Greenline Ranpak Voidfill Paper
- Sealed Air 50% PCR Air Pillows
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2022-2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:612,268 tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2+3)
Scope 1 Emissions:10,268 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:21,072 tCO2e/year (Location and Market-based combined)
Scope 3 Emissions:599,700 tCO2e/year
Water Consumption:17,000 m3/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Waste Reduction
- Sustainable Sourcing
- Sustainable Packaging
- Stakeholder Engagement
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved Science-Based Targets (SBT) approval for net-zero emissions by 2046, becoming the first packaging company in North America with an approved net-zero SBT.
- Reduced Scope 1 emissions intensity by 11.3% and Scope 2 location-based emissions intensity by 8.4% from 2021 to 2022.
- Four facilities achieved TRUE Zero-Waste Certification.
- 66.8% of Charleston's energy and 55.7% of Charlotte's energy generated by solar energy in 2022.
- Implemented a closed-loop system for stretch film, projected to recycle 10 million pounds annually.
Social Achievements
- Launched A New Earth Project (ANEP) to address plastic pollution.
- Partnered with Williams Sonoma to reduce single-use plastics in their e-commerce packaging.
- Supported three major suppliers in the Supplier Leadership on Climate Transitions (S-LoCT) program.
Governance Achievements
- Established a Sustainability Leadership Council.
- Improved CDP score to B in 2021 and 2022.
- Advocated for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net-zero GHG emissions across the value chain by 2046.
- Reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2046 from a 2021 base year.
Medium-term Goals:
- 55% of suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2027.
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions 25% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
- 100% renewable electricity by 2030
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 70% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
- Certify two more facilities annually as TRUE zero-waste facilities.
Environmental Challenges
- Increased Scope 3 emissions due to increased sales and inventory build.
- Challenges in accurately measuring Scope 3 emissions due to spend-based models.
- Supply chain constraints associated with the pandemic.
Mitigation Strategies
- Transitioning to mass-based models and supplier-specific emissions factors.
- Working with suppliers to source less carbon-intensive packaging options.
- Implementing a closed-loop system for stretch film.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Encouraging supplier emissions reductions through S-LoCT
- Promoting responsibly sourced fiber (FSC and SFI certified)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), CDP, GRI, WBCSD GHG Protocol
Certifications: TRUE Zero-Waste, SFI Chain of Custody, FSC Chain of Custody
Third-party Assurance: Apex Companies, LLC
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 6
- 7
- 12
- 13
- 14
- 15
- 17
Initiatives contribute to reducing water usage, increasing renewable energy, promoting circular economy, reducing emissions, protecting biodiversity, and fostering multi-stakeholder partnerships.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Canopy Paper Overwrap
- Cruz Cool Insulated Cooler
- Cruz Wrap
- S3 Pro Surfboard Packaging System
- LayerShield Sheet Program
- Ranpak FillPak Void Fill
- Geami Wrapping Paper
- Paper Mailers
- Glassine Paper Bags
- Fishbone Can Carriers
- SmartSolve Water-Soluble Paper
- Ecovative Mycelium Foam
- Clysar ENO & EVOX Recyclable Shrink Films
- TIPA Compostable Films
- GreenLite & ClearLite Films