Ecolab
Ecolab Inc., a global leader in water, hygiene, and energy technologies, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1923, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Ecolab's core business areas encompass water treatment, cleaning and sanitisation, and energy services, providing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. With a commitment to delivering unique, science-based products and services, Ecolab has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as a Fortune 500 company. Its market position is bolstered by a diverse portfolio that addresses critical challenges in industries such as food and beverage, healthcare, and hospitality. Ecolab's dedication to sustainability and customer success continues to set it apart in the competitive landscape.
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Ecolab's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ecolab reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 270,090,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 70,826,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which accounted for about 7,798,971,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of their supply chain and product use. Ecolab has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, Ecolab is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes a further target to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Ecolab's commitment to sustainability is reinforced by its participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), where it has pledged that 70% of its suppliers will set science-based targets by 2024. The company is also focused on increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 12.9% in 2018 to 100% by 2030. Overall, Ecolab's climate commitments reflect a robust strategy to mitigate climate change impacts while promoting sustainable practices across its operations and supply chain.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 396,380,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 289,621,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,919,965,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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