Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited
Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, a subsidiary of the global Colgate-Palmolive Company, is headquartered in Mumbai, India. Established in 1937, the company has become a leader in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, primarily focusing on oral care, personal care, home care, and pet nutrition. Colgate-Palmolive (India) is renowned for its flagship products, including Colgate toothpaste and Palmolive personal care items, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. The company has achieved significant market presence, consistently ranking among the top players in the oral care segment. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and community engagement, Colgate-Palmolive (India) continues to set benchmarks in the industry, reflecting its dedication to enhancing the everyday lives of consumers across the nation.
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Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 32,631,000 kg CO2e, which includes 1,184,580 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 28,257,050 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve a 42% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects the company's dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. In 2023, the emission intensity per rupee of turnover adjusted for Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) was reported at about 7.0e-06 kg CO2e, while in 2024, it decreased to approximately 6.0e-06 kg CO2e. Additionally, the total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emission intensity in terms of physical output was 290.0 tonnes CO2e in 2023 and improved to 250.0 tonnes CO2e in 2024, indicating progress in reducing emissions relative to production. Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited's climate commitments are not cascaded from a parent company, and the data reflects the company's independent reporting. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint in line with global climate initiatives.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,041,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 35,514,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
