SC Johnson sustainability initiatives: carbon, deforestation & waste
SC Johnson’s sustainability initiatives focus on cutting greenhouse gas emissions, sourcing fiber responsibly to prevent deforestation, and driving waste reduction in operations. The company reports a 71% drop in GHG emissions since 2000 and that 45% of its energy comes from renewable sources, with ongoing work to expand zero-waste practices and circularity across sites and supply chains. Explore the pillars below for details and progress.
We’re committed to reducing our carbon emissions, energy consumption and waste; accelerating the transition to a circular economy; and helping drive sustainability efforts that deliver lasting change.
“As a global company, you think about your footprint in all the places you operate and how to minimize your impact. Leading the industry in an environmentally responsible manner starts at home.”Fisk Johnson
Chairman and CEO
Cutting operational carbon
We continue to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions through efficiency and renewable energy at owned sites, contributing to a 71% reduction versus 2000 and 45% energy from renewable sources.
Responsible sourcing to prevent deforestation
Our wood-fiber sourcing policy emphasizes Indigenous rights, avoidance of High Conservation Value forests, legal harvest/trade, and continuous improvement with suppliers.
Reducing waste across operations
93% of owned manufacturing sites operate zero manufacturing waste to landfill by prioritizing reuse, recycling, repurposing and energy recovery. Explore the waste pillar for site-level progress and next steps.
