Clorox Sustainability Profile
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 carbon emissions of approximately 3.2 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 65.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 27.9 million kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled about 3.1 billion kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major sources, including purchased goods and services (about 1.99 billion kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 276.8 million kg CO2e). Clorox has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by the same year. These targets are aligned with science-based targets and are part of Clorox's broader goal to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its membership in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its emissions reduction targets as consistent with the levels required to keep global temperature rise below 1.5°C.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 76,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 284,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 409,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Clorox's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Clorox's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 661% since 2011, 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 64% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Clorox's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Clorox has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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