Clorox
The Clorox Company, commonly known as Clorox, is a leading player in the consumer goods industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1913, Clorox has established itself as a pioneer in cleaning and disinfecting products, with a strong presence across North America and beyond. Renowned for its innovative bleach and cleaning solutions, Clorox offers a diverse range of products, including disinfecting wipes, laundry detergents, and surface cleaners, all designed to promote health and hygiene. The company's commitment to sustainability and safety sets its offerings apart in a competitive market. With a legacy of over a century, Clorox has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly formulations, solidifying its position as a trusted brand in households worldwide.
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Clorox's score of 47 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Clorox's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, The Clorox Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,110,421,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 65,504,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 27,888,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for around 3,111,421,000 kg CO2e. Clorox has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products over the same timeframe. Furthermore, Clorox is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050, starting with science-based targets in 2030. These initiatives reflect Clorox's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the consumer durables sector.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 506,366,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Clorox is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
