AptarGroup, Inc. achieved progress in key areas of its global sustainability strategy, including reaching 97.5% of electricity from renewable sources at the end of 2024.
The global drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies company entered into renewable supply agreements in Europe and North America.
The company partnered with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development and others to focus on circularity by increasing recycled resin content and aiming for 100% recyclable, reusable or compostable solutions across personal care, beauty, home care, and food and beverage.
In addition, AptarGroup is working toward more responsible products through collaboration with suppliers and partners.
The company also announced that 86% of operational waste avoided disposal to landfill through reuse, recycling and recovery and that over 60% of its sites have earned Landfill Free Certification through an internal program, according to its 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report.
“Aptar’s continued progress in 2024 highlights how our deep-rooted commitment to sustainability serves as a strategic differentiator in the market. Integrating sustainable practices into our operations and innovative solutions we provide, not only helps to reduce environmental impact but also helps to strengthen our competitive edge. We believe that this approach enhances our value to global brands and fortifies the trust placed in us by stakeholders. I am proud of our dedicated employees worldwide who are accelerating meaningful change and shaping a more sustainable, resilient and forward-thinking future,” said Stephan B. Tanda, Aptar President and CEO, in a statement.
Aptar’s 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report is prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards. Aptar obtained “reasonable” external assurance from SGS do Brasil Ltda for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions and “limited” external assurance for Scope 3 GHG emissions from a third party, in compliance with ISO 14064-1 GHG Emissions (Categories 1-6) accounting.