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The WD-40 Company, globally recognised for its iconic WD-40® Multi-Use Product, is a chemicals enterprise headquartered in San Diego, California, US. Operating within the "Chemicals not elsewhere classified" (NEC) industry, the firm specialises in developing and marketing a diverse portfolio of multi-purpose maintenance products and homecare solutions.
Founded in 1953, the company's revolutionary flagship offering, WD-40 Multi-Use Product, is renowned for its unique ability to lubricate, penetrate, protect, clean, and displace moisture. This trusted brand has expanded its range to include the WD-40 Specialist® line, catering to specific industrial and automotive maintenance needs, cementing its strong market position among professionals and DIY enthusiasts worldwide.
18
DitchCarbon score
-14 vs industry average
Wd 40’s score of 18 is lower than 30% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.523
20182025
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wd 40's reported carbon emissions
WD-40 Company, a US-headquartered chemicals manufacturer, reported its latest available emissions data for 2025. In 2025, the company's Scope 1 emissions were 388,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 200,000 kg CO2e. For 2024, WD-40 Company reported Scope 1 emissions of 543,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 265,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, its Scope 1 emissions were 418,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 275,000 kg CO2e. The company did not disclose Scope 3 emissions for these years. As of the provided data, WD-40 Company has no specific reduction targets or climate pledges.
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Wd 40’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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