Colgate Palmolive
Colgate-Palmolive Company, a leading global consumer goods firm, is headquartered in New York City, USA, with significant operations across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1806, the company has evolved into a powerhouse in the personal care and household products industry, renowned for its innovative offerings in oral care, personal hygiene, and home cleaning solutions. Colgate-Palmolive's core products, including the iconic Colgate toothpaste and Palmolive dish soap, are distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being a pioneer in developing fluoride toothpaste, which has significantly improved dental health worldwide. With a strong market position, Colgate-Palmolive continues to be recognised for its dedication to consumer satisfaction and environmental responsibility, making it a trusted name in households globally.
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Colgate Palmolive's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Colgate-Palmolive reported global carbon emissions of approximately 195.7 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 1, 225.4 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 2, and a staggering 31.5 billion tonnes CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040, using 2020 as the baseline year. Colgate-Palmolive has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030. Additionally, the company plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 35% in 2020 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services, a similar 42% reduction target has been set for the same timeframe. Long-term, Colgate-Palmolive aims to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2040. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 204,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 254,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 41,966,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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