Wd 40
WD-40 Company, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a leading player in the specialty chemicals industry, renowned for its innovative products designed to solve everyday problems. Founded in 1953, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its flagship product, WD-40 Multi-Use Product, which has become a household name across the globe. With a diverse portfolio that includes lubricants, rust preventatives, and cleaning solutions, WD-40 stands out for its versatility and effectiveness. The brand is synonymous with reliability, making it a preferred choice for both consumers and professionals in various sectors. As a market leader, WD-40 Company continues to expand its reach, serving customers in over 176 countries and maintaining a strong commitment to quality and innovation.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Wd 40's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Wd 40's score of 10 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wd 40's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, WD-40 Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 182,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 9,100,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 700,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 164,600,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals substantial sources, including purchased goods and services (about 80,000,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 20,000,000 kg CO2e). Despite the extensive emissions data, WD-40 has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of formal commitments may reflect broader industry trends, where many companies are still developing comprehensive climate strategies. As a result, WD-40's climate commitments remain vague, with no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available.
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Add to project| 2019 | |
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| Scope 1 | 9,100,000 |
| Scope 2 | 700,000 |
| Scope 3 | 164,600,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Wd 40 is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
