Kimberly Clark
Kimberly-Clark Corporation, commonly known as Kimberly-Clark, is a leading global player in the consumer goods industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1872, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Specialising in personal care, consumer tissue, and professional products, Kimberly-Clark is renowned for its innovative brands such as Huggies, Kleenex, and Scott. These products are distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability, catering to the evolving needs of consumers worldwide. With a legacy of over 150 years, Kimberly-Clark has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable manufacturing practices. The company consistently ranks among the top in its sector, reflecting its robust market position and dedication to enhancing everyday life through its essential products.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kimberly Clark's score of 46 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kimberly Clark's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kimberly-Clark Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 751,060,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,720,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 452,024,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 10,169,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2015 as the base year. Additionally, Kimberly-Clark is targeting a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services and the end-of-life treatment of sold products, also by 2030. Over the years, Kimberly-Clark has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with significant reductions in emissions from previous years. For instance, in 2021, the total emissions were reported at approximately 711,439,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend towards lower emissions as the company implements its climate strategies. The targets set by Kimberly-Clark align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which classifies their near-term targets as consistent with limiting global warming to well below 2°C. Overall, Kimberly-Clark's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint reflects its dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainable business practices.
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| 2005 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,600,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Kimberly Clark 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.
