Clorox
The Clorox Company, commonly known as Clorox, is a leading player in the consumer and professional cleaning products industry, headquartered in Oakland, California, USA. Founded in 1913, Clorox has established itself as a trusted name in household cleaning, disinfecting, and personal care products, with a strong presence across North America and expanding operations globally. Clorox's core offerings include its renowned bleach products, disinfecting wipes, and a variety of cleaning solutions that are designed to meet the diverse needs of consumers and businesses alike. The company's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, as it continually develops products that prioritise effectiveness and environmental responsibility. With a solid market position, Clorox has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its contributions to health and hygiene, making it a household name synonymous with cleanliness and safety.
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Clorox's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, The Clorox Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 65,504,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 27,888,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 3,111,421,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, use of sold products, and transportation activities. Clorox has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products over the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with science-based methodologies to ensure they contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Looking further ahead, Clorox has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050, starting with its 2030 science-based targets. This long-term commitment underscores the company's dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 73,272,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 214,115,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 307,750,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Clorox 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.
