Asian Paints Limited, headquartered in India, is a leading player in the decorative paints industry, renowned for its innovative solutions and extensive product range. Founded in 1942, the company has grown to dominate the market, serving not only India but also several international regions, including the Middle East and Africa. Specialising in decorative paints, industrial coatings, and home improvement products, Asian Paints stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced colour technology and eco-friendly paint options. With a strong market position, Asian Paints is celebrated for its customer-centric approach and has consistently been recognised as one of the most trusted brands in the industry.
How does Asian Paints'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.
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Asian Paints's score of 44 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, Asian Paints reported significant carbon emissions in India, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 87,435,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 52,727,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, having achieved a 41% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 47% reduction in Scope 2 emissions since the fiscal year 2013-14. For the previous year, 2024, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of around 72,794,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 44,357,000 kg CO2e. The total Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined reached approximately 105,000,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at a staggering 3,403,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Asian Paints has demonstrated a proactive approach to climate commitments, focusing on substantial reductions in their operational emissions. Their initiatives are not cascaded from a parent company, indicating a direct responsibility for their emissions data and climate strategies. The company continues to align its practices with industry standards, aiming for further improvements in sustainability and emissions management.
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| 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,072,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,407,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Asian Paints's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 1% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Asian Paints has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

