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The Clorox Company, commonly known as Clorox, is a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1913, Clorox has established itself as a trusted name in household and professional cleaning products, with a strong presence across North America and expanding operations globally.
Clorox is renowned for its diverse range of core products, including bleach, disinfecting wipes, and cleaning solutions, which are distinguished by their effectiveness and commitment to safety. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering eco-friendly cleaning innovations and maintaining a robust market position through consistent quality and reliability.
With a focus on sustainability and health, Clorox continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for consumers and professionals alike. Its dedication to innovation and community well-being underscores its reputation as a leader in the cleaning and disinfecting sector.
50
DitchCarbon score
+18 vs industry average
Clorox’s score of 50 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.523
20182025
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Clorox's reported carbon emissions
Clorox's latest reported emissions for 2024 include approximately 69,998,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and around 19,729,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 3,264,625,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 2,208,009,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (about 301,708,000 kg CO2e).
Clorox has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. In the near term, Clorox has committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, against a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and use of sold products by 25% over the same timeframe.
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Clorox’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
The Clorox Company commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
On track50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
The Clorox Company commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target50%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
The Clorox Company also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and use of sold products 25% over…
Behind target25%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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50
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