CROWN HOLDINGS RECOGNIZED BY FORBES AS THE TOP PACKAGING COMPANY ON TRACK TO ACHIEVE NET-ZERO CARBON EMISSIONS

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Crown Holdings (NYSE: CCK), a leading aluminum beverage can manufacturer, has been recognized as the top packaging company in Forbes' third annual Net Zero Leaders list, ranking 22nd overall among 200 evaluated companies. The recognition highlights Crown's progress through its Twentyby30™ initiative, launched in 2020, which focuses on emissions reductions, water preservation, recycling, and ethical sourcing.

The company's sustainability efforts are detailed in its 2024 Sustainability Report "Built to Last", which demonstrates measurable progress toward environmental and social goals. Crown's commitment to sustainability is integrated into its core business strategy, focusing on carbon footprint reduction and innovative partnerships across its value chain.

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• Ranked as top packaging company for net-zero carbon emissions progress by Forbes
• Placed 22nd overall among 200 evaluated companies across industries
• Successfully implementing comprehensive Twentyby30™ sustainability initiative
• Already achieved or surpassed several environmental and social goals

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Company Cracks Top 25 Overall on Forbes' Annual Net Zero Leaders

TAMPA, Fla., July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Forbes has recognized leading aluminum beverage can manufacturer Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCK) (Crown) (www.crowncork.com) as the top packaging company on track to achieve net-zero carbon emissions on its third annual list of Net Zero Leaders. Out of 200 companies evaluated for emissions projections, risk management, financial strength, governance, and organizational preparedness within the context of their diverse industries, Crown ranked 22^nd, making it one of the top performers overall.

"Crown's recognition as one of Forbes' Net Zero Leaders for 2025 is truly a testament to the hard work and dedication of our global team members who are driving consistent, notable progress toward our sustainability goals," said Timothy Donahue, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Crown Holdings. 

Crown fosters its net zero target pledge through its Twentyby30™ initiative, which was established in 2020 as a comprehensive roadmap for the Company's progress. Originally designed to advance in areas where Crown can make the most impact, the program includes core objectives centered around emissions reductions and other environmental issues like water preservation, recycling, and ethical sourcing. Today, Twentyby30 continues to inspire new innovations toward all aspects of sustainability.

"Sustainability has always been at the core of Crown's business, and that mindset is visible in our progress toward our carbon footprint reduction. Alongside our other sustainability initiatives, our net zero target fosters ingenuity and innovation at our facilities and in our upstream and downstream partnerships," said Sandrine Duquerroy-Delesalle, Vice President of Global Sustainability & External Affairs at Crown. "As we continue to move closer to achieving our goals, we are honored to be among respected peers on Forbes' Net Zero Leaders list, and hope that together our organizations can make a difference in safeguarding our planet."

More details around Crown's efforts are available in its recently released 2024 Sustainability Report "Built to Last," which shares measurable data on the Company's sustainability progress and celebrates environmental and social goals already achieved or surpassed.

To learn more about Crown's sustainability initiatives, visit https://www.crowncork.com/sustainability.

About Crown Holdings, Inc.
Crown Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading global supplier of rigid packaging products to consumer marketing companies, as well as transit and protective packaging products, equipment and services to a broad range of end markets. World headquarters are located in Tampa, Florida. For more information, visit www.crowncork.com.

For editorial inquiries: Colby Wilson (crownholdings@marathonstrategies.com).

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Except for historical information, all other information in this press release consists of forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities law. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause the statements made in this release or the actual results of operations or financial condition of the Company to differ are discussed under the caption "Forward Looking Statements" in the Company's Form 10-K Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2024 and in subsequent filings. The Company does not intend to review or revise any particular forward-looking statement in light of future events.

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FAQ

What is Crown Holdings' (CCK) ranking in Forbes' 2025 Net Zero Leaders list?

Crown Holdings ranked 22nd overall out of 200 companies and was recognized as the top packaging company on Forbes' 2025 Net Zero Leaders list.

What is Crown Holdings' Twentyby30™ initiative?

Twentyby30™ is Crown's comprehensive sustainability program launched in 2020 that focuses on emissions reductions, water preservation, recycling, and ethical sourcing.

How is Crown Holdings (CCK) progressing towards its sustainability goals?

According to their 2024 Sustainability Report 'Built to Last,' Crown has already achieved or surpassed several environmental and social goals and continues to make notable progress through innovations and partnerships.

Who leads Crown Holdings' sustainability initiatives?

Sandrine Duquerroy-Delesalle, Vice President of Global Sustainability & External Affairs, leads Crown's sustainability initiatives, focusing on carbon footprint reduction and sustainability partnerships.