Nalco
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Nalco'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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Industry Benchmark
Nalco's score of 17 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nalco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nalco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,186,395,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,199,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 986,969,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a notable decrease in emissions from previous years. For instance, emissions in 2022 were about 11,474,458,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in total emissions. Nalco's emissions data reveals a consistent focus on managing its Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations, including mobile and stationary combustion. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, suggesting a need for further commitment in this area. Overall, Nalco's emissions performance reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change, although the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action and transparency in its sustainability strategy.
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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 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Nalco is not committed to any 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.
