Amcor receives 'AA' MSCI ESG rating, recognizing its commitment to sustainability

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Amcor (NYSE: AMCR) has achieved an 'AA' MSCI ESG rating, highlighting its strong sustainability performance and commitment to responsible packaging solutions. The rating recognizes Amcor's progress in key environmental initiatives, including:

• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
• Increasing clean energy procurement
• Expanding recycled content usage in products

Chief Sustainability Officer David Clark emphasized the company's dedication to delivering superior packaging solutions that align with consumer expectations and sustainability standards. The rating, provided by MSCI ESG Research, evaluates companies' exposure to industry-specific ESG risks and their risk management capabilities compared to peers. Amcor's focus on circular economy solutions remains central to its sustainability strategy, driving innovation for reduced environmental impact and enhanced recyclability globally.

ZURICH, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has been recognized with an 'AA' rating by MSCI ESG Research for its strong sustainability performance. This rating underscores Amcor's commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership and highlights its progress in advancing more sustainable packaging solutions.

Amcor's 'AA' rating highlights the company's ongoing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase clean energy procurement and expand the use of recycled content in its products. The company's focus on circular economy solutions is a key pillar of its sustainability strategy, driving innovation to reduce environmental impact and enhance recyclability at a global scale.

David Clark, Chief Sustainability Officer at Amcor, said, "We are proud that MSCI continues to recognize Amcor's commitment to responsible packaging, and we celebrate this achievement. This rating is a testament to our dedication to delivering superior packaging solutions that meet consumer expectations, customer needs and the highest standards of efficiency and safety. Amcor is focused on advancing our sustainability journey and collaborating with our value chain partners to help shape a society where responsible consumption and circularity are the norm."

MSCI ESG Research provides ratings on global public and select private companies, assessing their exposure to industry-specific ESG risks and ability to manage those risks relative to peers.

Learn more about Amcor's sustainability initiatives at Amcor.com.

About Amcor

About Amcor Amcor is a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home and personal-care, and other products. Amcor works with leading companies around the world to protect their products and the people who rely on them, differentiate brands, and improve supply chains through a range of flexible and rigid packaging, specialty cartons, closures, and services. The company is focused on making packaging that is increasingly lighter weight, recyclable and reusable, and made using an increasing amount of recycled content. In fiscal year 2022, 44,000 Amcor people generated $15 billion in annual sales from operations that span 220 locations in 43 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC 
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FAQ

What does Amcor's AA MSCI ESG rating in 2025 mean for sustainability?

The AA rating indicates Amcor's strong performance in managing environmental, social, and governance risks, particularly in sustainable packaging solutions and emissions reduction efforts.

What are the main environmental initiatives highlighted in Amcor's (AMCR) 2025 ESG rating?

Key initiatives include greenhouse gas emissions reduction, increased clean energy procurement, and expanded use of recycled content in packaging products.

How is Amcor (AMCR) advancing circular economy in packaging?

Amcor focuses on innovation to reduce environmental impact and enhance recyclability globally, making circular economy solutions a key pillar of their sustainability strategy.

What sustainability goals has Amcor achieved according to the April 2025 MSCI rating?

The AA rating recognizes Amcor's progress in responsible packaging, efficient resource management, and successful implementation of environmental initiatives.

How does MSCI ESG Research evaluate Amcor's sustainability performance?

MSCI assesses Amcor's exposure to industry-specific ESG risks and its ability to manage these risks compared to peers in the packaging industry.