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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In 2023, The Clorox Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,134,421,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 65,504,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 27,888,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 3,041,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services (1,987,757,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (276,828,000 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 their broader commitment to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has made significant strides in its climate initiatives, with a clear focus on reducing energy use per case of product sold by 6% from 2018 levels by 2021. Clorox's climate strategy reflects a commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship, positioning it as a leader in the consumer durables sector.
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2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 is participating in some 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.