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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In 2025, Nalco reported significant carbon emissions from its operations in India, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 10,641,135,540 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 274,225,940 kg CO2e. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, primarily from direct emissions (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from energy consumption (Scope 2). For the previous year, 2024, Nalco's emissions were similarly high, with Scope 1 emissions reaching about 11,040,113,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 452,210,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a consistent level of emissions, underscoring the challenges faced in reducing carbon output. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Nalco is committed to addressing its climate impact. The company has not reported any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or specific climate pledges, which suggests a need for enhanced strategies to mitigate emissions in line with global climate goals. Overall, Nalco's emissions data reflects the ongoing challenges within the aluminium industry regarding carbon management, and the company must develop robust strategies to achieve meaningful reductions in its carbon footprint.
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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 is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
