Procter & Gamble, commonly referred to as P&G, is a leading multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1837, the company has established itself as a dominant player in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. P&G's diverse portfolio includes well-known brands across various categories, such as personal care, household cleaning, and health products. Notable brands include Tide, Pampers, and Gillette, each distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering advancements in product formulation and sustainability initiatives. With a robust market position, Procter & Gamble consistently ranks among the top consumer goods companies globally, recognised for its strategic marketing and consumer-centric approach.
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In 2024, Procter & Gamble (P&G) reported global carbon emissions of approximately 2,187,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,987,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 165,000,000 kg CO2e. In India, P&G's emissions for the same year were about 10,772,000 kg CO2e, comprising 286,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 10,486,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. P&G has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2010 baseline. This target has been validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). Additionally, P&G is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 40% per unit of production by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline, and to cut Scope 3 emissions from upstream transportation and distribution by 50% per tonne-kilometre over the same timeframe. The company has also pledged to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations (Scope 1 and 2) for the decade from 2020 to 2030. Furthermore, P&G is working towards increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030, up from 21% in 2015. P&G's climate strategy reflects a commitment to sustainability and aligns with global efforts to mitigate climate change, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2010 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,193,927,000 | 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 2 | 3,210,213,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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