Donaldson Company, Inc., commonly referred to as Donaldson, is a leading global provider of filtration solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1915, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in the filtration industry, Donaldson offers a diverse range of products and services, including air, liquid, and gas filtration systems, which are renowned for their innovative designs and superior performance. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Donaldson has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product lines and enhancing its manufacturing capabilities. The company is recognised for its market leadership, consistently delivering high-quality filtration solutions that meet the evolving needs of various industries, including transportation, industrial, and aerospace. Donaldson's dedication to excellence positions it as a trusted partner in the filtration sector.
How does Donaldson's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Donaldson's score of 42 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Donaldson Company, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 106 million kg CO2e, comprising 23.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 82.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 107.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 23.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 83.3 million kg CO2e. Donaldson has set an ambitious target to achieve a 42% absolute reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of fiscal year 2030, using a fiscal year 2021 baseline. This commitment underscores the company's dedication to mitigating climate change and aligns with industry standards for corporate responsibility. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Donaldson's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures reflect its independent operations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Donaldson has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

