Jotun, officially known as Jotun A/S, is a leading global manufacturer of paints and coatings, headquartered in Norway. Established in 1926, the company has expanded its operations across major regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Jotun is renowned for its innovative solutions in protective coatings, decorative paints, and marine coatings, catering to diverse industries such as construction, shipping, and oil and gas. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, Jotun's core products include high-performance paints that offer exceptional durability and aesthetic appeal. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its environmentally friendly practices and cutting-edge technology. Jotun's strong market position is underscored by its extensive global presence and a reputation for excellence in the coatings industry.
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In 2024, Jotun, headquartered in Norway, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,300,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 32,593,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 50,880,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 4,267,588,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 3,195,374,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Jotun's emissions were slightly lower, totalling around 3,903,560,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 29,372,000 kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions at 65,969,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 3,903,560,000 kg CO2e, again highlighting the substantial impact of purchased goods and services. Despite the high levels of emissions, Jotun has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 27,360,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 81,561,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,520,690,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Jotun 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.