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Scottsmiracle Gro

Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, commonly known as Scotts, is a leading player in the lawn and garden industry, headquartered in Marysville, Ohio, USA. Founded in 1868, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the acquisition of several well-known brands, including Miracle-Gro and Ortho, which have solidified its market position. Scotts specializes in a diverse range of products, including lawn care, garden soil, and plant food, renowned for their innovative formulations that promote healthy growth and vibrant gardens. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, Scotts Miracle-Gro has established itself as a trusted name among both amateur gardeners and professional landscapers. The company continues to thrive, holding a prominent position in the market and contributing to the green industry with its extensive product offerings.

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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Scottsmiracle Gro's score of 27 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Scottsmiracle Gro's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, ScottsMiracle-Gro reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 105,661,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes about 57,871,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 69,926,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions in the US alone. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. ScottsMiracle-Gro has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, indicating a lack of formalised strategies such as Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or documented reduction goals. This absence of defined targets may reflect broader industry challenges in addressing climate change effectively. The company’s emissions intensity is approximately 30.0 metric tons CO2e per production ton, highlighting the need for ongoing efforts to improve sustainability practices. As a leading player in the gardening and lawn care industry, ScottsMiracle-Gro's climate commitments and emissions management will be crucial in aligning with global sustainability goals.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Scottsmiracle Gro's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Scottsmiracle Gro is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Scottsmiracle Gro 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.

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

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