FOOD packaging specialist Colpac has announced it has achieved a 22% reduction in carbon emissions in year three of its net zero programme.
The result surpasses the company’s original forecast of 4% annual carbon reduction.
The business revealed it has reduced emissions across several areas including transport optimisation, on-site energy reduction, and purchasing policy development. Colleague engagement and collaboration has also been strengthened, resulting in ‘widespread buy-in’ at all levels and team members actively contributing ideas.
“By fostering a collaborative culture, we have exceeded our targets and empowered our team to make meaningful contributions to our net zero goals,” said Talia Goldman, ESG manager at Colpac. “I am so proud of the reduction that we have worked together to achieve so far and can’t wait to see what we can accomplish in years to come.”
Colpac added that it has also enhanced its data collection methods in partnership with energy consultants Inspired PLC. The teams implemented more accurate transport emissions measurements and developed bespoke emissions factors to reflect real-world data.
Dr Harriet Kildahl, ESG manager at Inspired PLC, added, “Colpac has spent significant time and effort increasing the quality and accuracy of emissions data, particularly in the complex area of third-party transport. Our implementation of a percentage-laden system demonstrates exemplary attention to detail that is rarely seen in corporate greenhouse gas reporting at this stage. We are proud to support Colpac in developing bespoke emissions factors to make data collection as precise as possible and pave the way for informed, impactful climate action.”
Colpac’s net zero programme incorporates a strategy to address Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company’s current net zero targets aim to achieve Scope 1 net zero by 2035, Scope 2 net zero by 2030, and overall net zero by 2045. In February 2024, Colpac secured SBTi validation as part its commitment to long-term science-based goals.
