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Rubber and Plastic Products
US
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Oral-B Laboratories Sustainability Profile

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Oral-B Laboratories, a leading name in oral care, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and Europe. Founded in 1950, the company has established itself as a pioneer in dental hygiene, consistently innovating to enhance oral health. Specialising in toothbrushes, toothpaste, and advanced electric toothbrush technology, Oral-B is renowned for its unique 3D cleaning action and smart features that promote effective brushing habits. The brand's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a trusted choice among dental professionals and consumers alike. With numerous accolades and a strong market presence, Oral-B Laboratories continues to set the standard in the oral care industry, making significant contributions to improving dental health worldwide.

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86

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rubber and Plastic Products industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

16

Industry Benchmark

Oral-B Laboratories's score of 86 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Oral-B Laboratories's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from The Procter & Gamble Company

Oral-B Laboratories, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. However, the company is part of a corporate family relationship with The Procter & Gamble Company, which provides cascaded emissions data and climate commitments. As a current subsidiary of The Procter & Gamble Company, Oral-B Laboratories aligns with the sustainability initiatives and reduction targets set by its parent organisation. The Procter & Gamble Company has committed to various climate initiatives, including Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets, CDP reporting, and RE100 commitments, all of which are cascaded to Oral-B Laboratories. While specific reduction targets for Oral-B Laboratories are not detailed, the overarching commitments from The Procter & Gamble Company reflect a strong dedication to reducing carbon emissions across its operations. This includes a focus on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, although specific figures for Oral-B Laboratories are not disclosed. In summary, while Oral-B Laboratories does not present its own emissions data or specific reduction targets, it is supported by the robust climate commitments of The Procter & Gamble Company, ensuring a commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction within its operational framework.

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Scope 1
2,193,927,000
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Scope 2
3,210,213,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Oral-B Laboratories's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Oral-B Laboratories's primary industry is Rubber and plastic products (25), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Oral-B Laboratories's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Oral-B Laboratories is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Oral-B Laboratories's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Oral-B Laboratories's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 13% last year and increased by approximately 18% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 85% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2020
Use of Sold Products
85%
Purchased Goods and Services
7%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
6%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Oral-B Laboratories'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.

Oral-B Laboratories 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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