Ecolab

In 2024, Ecolab reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 270,090,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 70,826,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 158,536,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The most substantial impact came from Scope 3 emissions, which reached approximately 7,798,971,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the importance of addressing emissions throughout the supply chain. Ecolab has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, Ecolab is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term goal includes a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from a 2022 baseline. Ecolab's strategy also involves engaging with suppliers, with a target for 70% of them to set science-based emissions reduction targets by 2024. This collaborative approach aims to drive collective climate action and enhance sustainability across the value chain. The company is also focused on increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 12.9% in 2018 to 100% by 2030, further supporting its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.