3m
3M Company, commonly known as 3M, is a global leader in innovation and technology, headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA. Founded in 1902, 3M has evolved into a diversified multinational corporation, operating in over 70 countries and serving various industries, including healthcare, consumer goods, and industrial sectors. Renowned for its commitment to research and development, 3M offers a wide range of core products and services, such as adhesives, abrasives, and medical supplies. What sets 3M apart is its ability to combine science with creativity, resulting in unique solutions that enhance everyday life. With a strong market position, 3M has received numerous accolades for its sustainability efforts and innovative practices, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in advancing technology and improving lives globally.
DitchCarbon Score
How does 3m's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
3m's score of 45 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
3m's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, 3M reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,350,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 702,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 11,600,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. 3M has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 52.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, 3M is committed to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030, with a base year of 2021. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, 3M's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, focusing on significant reductions across all scopes of emissions while continuing to innovate within the chemicals sector.
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Get Started| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 4,140,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,780,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,420,300,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
3m is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
