- Health and safety incidents related to products.
- Employee health and safety incidents.
- Climate change and GHG emissions.
- Ethical and transparent business practices.
- Community health, safety, and well-being issues.
- Water usage and availability in water-stressed areas.
3M INDIA LIMITED
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04 to 2024-03 reporting, 3M INDIA LIMITED disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 20.0K Metric tonnes (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 9.6K Metric tonnes; Scope 2: 10.3K Metric tonnes; Scope 3: 132.0K Metric tonnes. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
20.0K Metric tonnes (Scope 1 & 2)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Renewable Energy
85% (Bengaluru), 12% (Ranjangaon)
of total energy
Water Usage
82.2K kilolitres
2023-04 to 2024-03
Waste
3.2K metric tonnes
2023-04 to 2024-03
Energy Use
98.8K GJ
2023-04 to 2024-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 9.6K Metric tonnes |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 10.3K Metric tonnes |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 132.0K Metric tonnes |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023-04 to 2024-03 | 20.0K Metric tonnes (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emissions annually by 1,100 metric tonnes at Ranjangaon site through rooftop solar installation.
- Bengaluru site sources 85% of its renewable electricity from the grid.
- Achieved Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) at all three manufacturing facilities.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 (Global 3M goal)
- Improve energy efficiency by 30% by 2025 (Global 3M goal)
- Increase renewable energy use to 50% by 2025 (Global 3M goal)
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce water use by 25% by 2030 (Global 3M goal)
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2040 (Global 3M goal)
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality in operations by 2050 (Global 3M goal)
- Increase renewable energy use to 100% by 2050 (Global 3M goal)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Sustainable products and solutionsSafety of products and servicesHealth and Safety of employeesClimate change and GHG EmissionsEthical and transparent business practicesCommunity health, safety and well beingWater usage and availability