Nalco Sustainability Profile
Nalco Water, a subsidiary of Ecolab, is a leading provider of water treatment and process chemicals, headquartered in India. Established in 1925, Nalco has built a strong reputation in the water management industry, serving diverse sectors such as power generation, oil and gas, and manufacturing across major operational regions in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions, including advanced water treatment programmes and sustainable chemical products that enhance operational efficiency while minimising environmental impact. Nalco's commitment to sustainability and customer-centric approach has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones in water conservation and resource management. With a legacy of excellence, Nalco continues to drive advancements in water treatment technology, making it a trusted partner for industries seeking effective and eco-friendly solutions.
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Nalco's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Nalco reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 10,641,135,540 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 274,225,940 kg CO2e in India. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their climate impact, although no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed. Over the years, Nalco has shown a consistent approach to managing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2024, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 11,040,113,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 452,210,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a focus on reducing emissions intensity, with a reported Scope 1 and 2 emission intensity of about 1.33836 kg CO2e per rupee of turnover in 2025. Despite these figures, Nalco has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that while the company is actively reporting its emissions, it may not yet have formalised a comprehensive strategy for emissions reduction. Overall, Nalco's emissions data, particularly for Scope 1 and 2, highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, while its lack of specific reduction targets indicates an area for potential improvement in its climate commitments.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,049,196,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Nalco's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Nalco 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.
