Jotun, officially known as Jotun A/S, is a leading global manufacturer of paints and coatings, headquartered in Norway. Established in 1926, the company has expanded its operations across major regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Jotun is renowned for its innovative solutions in protective coatings, decorative paints, and marine coatings, catering to diverse industries such as construction, shipping, and oil and gas.
With a commitment to sustainability and quality, Jotun's core products include high-performance paints that offer exceptional durability and aesthetic appeal. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its environmentally friendly practices and cutting-edge technology. Jotun's strong market position is underscored by its extensive global presence and a reputation for excellence in the coatings industry.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Jotun's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Jotun A/S reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.63 billion kg CO2e, comprising 33.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 47.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 4.55 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with specific targets set for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Jotun aims to reduce these emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2023-2025) and has set an ambitious goal to achieve carbon neutrality in purchased energy by 2035. Additionally, Jotun has committed to a 60% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2021 levels, with a long-term target of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. These initiatives underscore Jotun's dedication to sustainability and climate action, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility in the chemicals sector.
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Jotun’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
10 goals2025
We aim to reduce our Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the m…
We aim to reduce our Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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