Colgate Palmolive Sustainability Profile
Colgate-Palmolive Company, a leading global consumer goods firm, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1806, the company has established itself as a key player in the personal care, oral care, and home care industries. Colgate-Palmolive is renowned for its innovative products, including the iconic Colgate toothpaste, Palmolive dish soap, and Softsoap hand wash, each distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. With a strong market position, the company consistently ranks among the top in its sector, driven by a dedication to consumer health and hygiene. Notable achievements include a robust portfolio of trusted brands that resonate with millions worldwide, reflecting the company's long-standing legacy of excellence and reliability.
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Colgate Palmolive's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Colgate-Palmolive Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 25,700,400 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,651,930 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 23,048,460 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Colgate-Palmolive is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040, also from a 2020 base year. The company has also pledged to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 42% by 2030. Furthermore, it aims to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 35% in 2020 to 100% by 2030. Long-term, Colgate-Palmolive targets a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2040. Colgate-Palmolive's climate initiatives are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect its commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact. The data reported is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are specific to Colgate-Palmolive Company.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 209,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 418,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,256,000,000 | 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 | - | - | - |
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Colgate Palmolive's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Colgate Palmolive's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 11% last year and increased significantly since 2014, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 16% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Colgate Palmolive'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.
Colgate Palmolive has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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