Tetra Pak Recognized with ‘A’ for Transparency on Climate Change

Tetra Pak has been recognized for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by global environmental non-profit CDP, securing a place on its annual ‘A List’.

The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) is an international non-profit organization that promotes environmental transparency by encouraging organizations to disclose their environmental impact. It is highly recognized for its structured approach, broad participation, and strong support from the investment community. The CDP assesses data from more than 22,000 companies, ranking them on their transparency, tangible action and environmental leadership.

Based on data reported through CDP’s 2024 climate change questionnaires, Tetra Pak was among the small number of companies that achieved an ‘A’ score, which it has done for the fourth time in five years.

As part of its climate change mitigation strategy, Tetra Pak is working with suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders to achieve net-zero GHG emissions across scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2050 across its value chain. As of 2023, the company reduced the total absolute GHG emissions across the full value chain by 20% compared with a 2019 baseline. Over the same period, it reduced emissions from its own operations by 47%, as well as upstream emissions by 21% and downstream emissions by 17%.

“Food processing and packaging play a vital role in transforming global food systems,” Francesca Priora, VP climate & nature, Tetra Pak, said. “For over 70 years, our technology has helped provide food access, reduce food waste, enhance food safety, and extend shelf life – even in the most remote areas. But our work doesn’t stop there; we are steadfast in our commitment to driving down carbon emissions and reducing environmental impact.

“As a leader in our industry, we have a unique opportunity to influence and support stakeholders across the value chain,” Priora added. “This is why the transparency promoted by CDP is so essential. Our commitment to reducing environmental impact is deeply intertwined with our goals in climate action, circularity, social sustainability, and food systems. We are proud to be recognised on the CDP A List once again and look forward to continuing this journey.”

The company also reported on forests and, for the second year, water security. Recording an ‘A-‘ score in both categories cemented Tetra Pak’s inclusion in the CDP leadership band once again.