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KM Packaging recognises the importance of reducing CO2e emissions and endeavours to work with its valued suppliers and customers toward this goal. 

We also recognise and support the international scientific consensus that, in order to prevent the worst climate damages, global net human-caused emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) need to fall by about 45 percent from 2010 levels by 2030, reaching net zero around 2050.

This page describes our Scope 1-2-3 and CO2e policy, our current position, and outlines the steps which we have taken in contributing to a Net Zero world. 

 

What is Scope 1-2-3?

Scope 1-2-3 is the widely accepted methodology for calculating the greenhouse gases that are produced by businesses and organisations. Scopes 1, 2, and 3 originate from the 2001 Greenhouse Gas Protocol and offer three main area of consideration. Scope 1 covers direct company emissions (vehicles for example), Scope 2 refers to indirect emissions made by the company (heating and electricity), and Scope 3 covers emissions associated with indirect emissions associated with the supply chain such as products and transporting them. Scope-1-2-3 also suggests converting all emissions into CO2e – or Carbon Dioxide Equivalent for a simpler comparison.  

 

Our Scope 1-2-3 Activity

We have proactively utilized the Scope 1-2-3 methodology to calculate our emissions. There is no legal requirement for companies of KM Packaging’s size to calculate our emissions using the Scope 1-2-3 methodology, but it is an important process for KM Packaging to fully understand our current emissions and establish a reduction plan and set reduction targets.

In 2024, KM made a significant investment in measuring its base line “Scope 1-2-3” position. Our ‘Scope 1-2-3 Project Team’ took professional advice, reviewed our FY23 operations in detail, followed DEFRA’s guidance and ‘GHG protocol’ and applied the UK Government Conversion Factors for greenhouse gas (GHG) to our own volume data. This highly complex project has allowed us to successfully identify our Scope 1, 2 and 3 kgCO2e emissions.

 

Our Scope 1-2-3 Results for 2023

We have chosen to measure emissions as ‘KGC02e per tonne of film purchased’. It is clear that the majority of our emissions stem from Scope 3, and as such, we must focus on working with our suppliers to reduce these indirect emissions

We are committed to supporting our customers by offering recyclable and compostable options, empowering them to make informed choices that will drive positive change throughout the industry.

 

Our Scope 1 & 2 Reduction Actions

While the majority of our emissions come from Scope 3, we are committed to reducing all emissions to their minimum level. This includes Scope 1 and 2 actions such as, but not limited to: 

• Limiting our car pool to LPG, CNG, Battery or Plug-in Hybrid cars of an appropriate size

• Installing electric charging points at our UK HQ

• Office environment optimizations to reduce electricity, water and heating waste

• Reduction of business travel where feasible, without impacting our customer service

 

Our Scope 3 Reduction Actions

Most of our emissions fall into the Scope 3 category which are not directly under the control of KM Packaging. These emissions are a result of our supply chain and transportation of goods. We have taken action already to influence and encourage our suppliers and customers towards a lower emissions future, including:

• Use of more recycled and closed loop materials

• Encourage customers toward lower CO2e producing plastics

• Downgauging (making thinner) film products to the same performance levels where this is possible

• Pallet optimization, ensuring that what we ship is sent most efficiently

• Educating and informing our customers with regards to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

 

Scope 1-2-3 and KM Packaging’s Products and New Product Development

It is vital that we develop sustainable packaging for our customers and our planet. We have been developing and enhancing our sustainable packaging range in response to the demands of the market, consumer and customer. We’ve developed new films which offer better recyclability options.

 

Scope 1-2-3 Reduction Targets

As 2023 was our first year of full Scope 1-2-3 data collection, this is our baseline for future improvements. We have initiated emission reduction plans and are in the process of setting specific reduction targets.