Ecolab Inc
Ecolab's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Ecolab completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Ecolab has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
aVerified Sources Behind Ecolab’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data
Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Ecolab’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.
Insights into Ecolab's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ecolab amounted to 428,626 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ecolab decreased by 13.39%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Ecolab's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Ecolab's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Ecolab were 270,090 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Ecolab reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Ecolab's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 18.47%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Ecolab's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 17.88%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Ecolab's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Ecolab reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 70,826 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 158,536 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has Ecolab reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Ecolab's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 15.88%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Ecolab's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Ecolab 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does Ecolab use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Ecolab reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
Ecolab's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Ecolab's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Ecolab reported 14,362,298 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2024 disclosure of Ecolab includes a breakdown across 10 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Ecolab's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Ecolab's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Ecolab reported total Scope 3 emissions of 14,362,298 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 47.25% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 52.75% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Ecolab reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Ecolab's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 115.34%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2023), Ecolab's Scope 3 emissions increased by 11.96%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Ecolab disclose?
In 2024, Ecolab reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of Ecolab's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Ecolab's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Investments (Cat. 15): 6,598,964 tCO₂e (45.95%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 5,137,830 tCO₂e (35.77%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 1,207,116 tCO₂e (8.4%)
Ecolab's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Ecolab’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Ecolab reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 270,090 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 15,741 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 17.16 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Ecolab's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Ecolab's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Ecolab reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 17.16 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 79.14 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Ecolab rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Ecolab ranked 5 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Ecolab among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a
Insights into Ecolab's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Ecolab reported a total carbon footprint of 14,790,924 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.02% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a
The largest contributor to Ecolab's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.1% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 1.83%. a