Protecting our environment
Through the Emissions and Ecology pillars of our sustainability strategy, we take a strategic approach aimed at reducing negative environmental impacts within our direct operations and value chains. Use the contextual menu on this page to navigate through the different sections and learn more.
Emissions
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a key focus of our sustainability strategy. At AGP, the focus is on reducing GHG emissions, while at AMP the focus is on reducing GHG and VOC emissions. We have approved SBTi targets, ensuring our goals are consistent with the latest climate science. Achieving our 100% renewable electricity goal will be a critical step towards achieving our emissions targets.
Glass and aluminum circularity, alternative fuels like hydrogen and biogas will all contribute to us reaching our targets. By taking a tailored approach to each operating business’s emissions profile, we are driving meaningful progress toward our SBTi targets
2030 AMP status to targets
| Metric1 | Target to 2030 (unless otherwise stated) |
Status (progress to target) |
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| Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions | 42% reduction |
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| Absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions | 12.3% reduction |
Stated target met during 20232
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| VOC emissions intensity3 | 10% reduction |
Stated target met during 20232
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14% increase from 2020
1The Research Institute of Sweden (RISE) provided limited assurance of the acquisition, processing and aggregation of the quantitative data necessary to calculate the principal 2023 environmental and health & safety KPIs reported.2 Based on current best available data and calculation methodology. We continuously assess and review our methodologies and the strength of our data sets.3 Intensity metrics shown include can body production facilities only (excluding Huron, Ohio – since this facility produces both cans and ends), as water and VOC emissions from ends production is insignificant.
2030 AGP status to targets
| Metric1 | Target to 2030 (unless otherwise stated) |
Status (progress to target) |
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| Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions | 42% reduction | |
| Absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions | 12.3% reduction |
Stated target met during 20232
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1 The Research Institute of Sweden (RISE) provided limited assurance of the acquisition, processing and aggregation of the quantitative data necessary to calculate the principal 2023 environmental and health & safety KPIs reported. 2 Based on current best available data and calculation methodology. We continuously assess and review our methodologies and the strength of our data sets.
Decarbonisation roadmaps
The decarbonisation roadmaps below illustrate a potential pathway toward achieving our approved science-based targets. They highlight key enablers and provide insights into the strategies and technologies we may adopt to advance our sustainability ambitions by 2030. Click to view the full roadmap.
AMP roadmap towards our science based targets
We aim to achieve our 2030 emissions targets through a broad range of actions outlined below while setting the foundations for further decarbonisation beyond 2030.
*Baseline figures for emissions are from 2020
**Scope 2: 100% renewable electricity by 2030
—— Projected business as usual
Our SBTi targets from 2020* to 2030
Scope 1
Reduce can manufacturing gas usage through efficiency improvements
Implement low carbon internal transport
Develop and select alternative low or zero carbon hearing technologies
Scope 2
Achieve 100% renewable electricity
Scope 3
Further increase recycled content
Leverage low product carbon footprint aluminium supply
Deploy lightweighting/downgauging
Phase in electric or sustainable fuel-based transport
Implement industry-wide highly recyclable beverage can ends
Reduce prime aluminium carbon footprint
Footnote: *The image and information shown is for illustrative purposes only and may not be an exact representation of our roadmap.
AGP roadmap towards our science based targets
We aim to achieve our 2030 emissions targets through a broad range of actions outlined below while setting the foundations for further decarbonisation beyond 2030.
*Baseline figures for emissions are from 2020
**Scope 2: 100% renewable electricity by 2030
—— Projected business as usual
From 2020* to 2030
Scope 1
Footprint optimisation
First NextGen Furnace commissioned
Limmared, Sweden hydrogen electrolyser commissioned
Scope 2
Madera, U.S. near-site project to be commissioned
Swedish wind VPPA to be commissioned
Moerdijk, Netherlands onsite solar commissioned
Bridgeton, USA near-site project commissioned
UK & Nordic, 100% renewable electricity (via certificate)
Scope 3
Circularity: Acquisition of Swedish glass collection & processing firm SVA
Footprint optimisation
Footnote: *The image and information shown is for illustrative purposes only and may not be an exact representation of our roadmap
Renewable electricity
Our goal is clear: achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030. We are committed to sourcing renewable electricity in a way that delivers real impact.
We believe our approach supports the growth of clean energy infrastructure, aligning with our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and transition to a more sustainable energy future – benefiting our customers, operations and the environment.
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2023 AMP status to targets
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2023 AGP status to target
1 The Research Institute of Sweden (RISE) provided limited assurance of the acquisition, processing and aggregation of the quantitative data necessary to calculate the principal 2023 environmental and health & safety KPIs reported.
We pursue renewable electricity projects across a range of solutions, including offsite, near-site, and onsite initiatives. As part of this strategy, we prioritise additionality – supporting projects that add new renewable electricity capacity to the grid.
Ecology
Water
Water is a precious resource and essential to the wellbeing of the communities we live and work in, our customers’ success and our daily operations.
AMP aims to reduce water intensity across its operations by 20% and AGP by 26% by 2030 – all while maintaining the highest standards of quality and innovation.
We utilise water risk assessment tools to identify and prioritise investments in areas most at risk, ensuring we address critical needs and minimise our negative impact. Read more in our latest sustainability report.
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2023 AMP status to targets
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2023 AGP status to target
1 The Research Institute of Sweden (RISE) provided limited assurance of the acquisition, processing and aggregation of the quantitative data necessary to calculate the principal 2023 environmental and health & safety KPIs reported. 2 Intensity metrics shown include can body production facilities only (excluding Huron, Ohio – since this facility produces both cans and ends), as water and VOC emissions from ends production is insignificant.
Waste
AMP is targeting zero waste to landfill (ZWTL) by 2025, while AGP is working toward ZWTL by 2030. Our goal is for all production facilities to divert at least 95% of operational waste, where permitted by regulation, away from landfill – ensuring materials are reused, recycled, or recovered wherever possible.
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2023 AMP status to targets
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2023 AGP status to target
1 The Research Institute of Sweden (RISE) provided limited assurance of the acquisition, processing and aggregation of the quantitative data necessary to calculate the principal 2023 environmental and health & safety KPIs reported. 2 Zero waste to landfill for operational waste streams, where allowed by regulation.
Circularity
Our materials
Metal and glass are both infinitely recyclable, with very minimal loss in quality, making them a perfect example of a circular economy product. In support of our emissions targets. we aim to use less virgin raw material, increase recycled content and lightweight our containers without sacrificing quality.
Recycled content % – 20231
The use of recycled aluminium reduces the energy consumption by over 90% compared with the alternative of producing aluminium cans from its virgin source.
1Industry has aligned on a definition of recycled content, which will standardise how the recycled content % is calculated. Data for 2024 onwards will be based on the new industry aligned Beverage Can Recycled Content (BCRC) methodology.
Cullet percentage of glass1
1 Cullet is defined as the combined total of internal and external cullet, including post-consumer recycled content.
At AGP, maximising recycled glass (cullet) is central to our efforts to lower energy use and emissions. As we drive greater cullet integration, we carefully balance quality and cost to ensure we continue delivering the premium products our customers expect.
Collaborating for a circular economy
We work very closely with our trade associations to present a unified voice to address key issues and advocate for policies and practices that encourage recycling and environmental responsibility for metal and glass packaging.
