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updated 6 days ago

Wd 40

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WD-40 Company, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a leading player in the specialty chemicals industry, renowned for its innovative products designed to solve everyday problems. Founded in 1953, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its flagship product, WD-40 Multi-Use Product, which has become a household name across the globe. With a diverse portfolio that includes lubricants, rust preventatives, and cleaning solutions, WD-40 stands out for its versatility and effectiveness. The brand is synonymous with reliability, making it a preferred choice for both consumers and professionals in various sectors. As a market leader, WD-40 Company continues to expand its reach, serving customers in over 176 countries and maintaining a strong commitment to quality and innovation.

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12

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Wd 40's score of 12 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wd 40's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, WD-40 Company reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 418,200 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, which accounted for about 288,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data. Comparatively, in 2019, WD-40's total emissions were significantly higher at approximately 182,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial reduction in emissions over the years. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been outlined, as there are no documented climate pledges or SBTi reduction targets available. WD-40 Company operates independently without cascading emissions data from a parent organisation, ensuring that their reported figures reflect their own operational impact. The company continues to focus on its emissions management, although further details on future commitments or strategies remain unspecified.

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2023
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418,200
Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wd 40's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Wd 40 is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Wd 40 is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
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UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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