3M

3M

3M is a diversified technology company serving customers and communities with innovative products and services operating in more than 65 countries. Between 1990 and 2010, 3M cut absolute worldwide greenhouse gas emissions by 72%.


PORTFOLIO-WIDE LEADERSHIP COMMITMENTS

50% GHG reduction in 10 years
30% reduction in Energy Intensity


3M IS PARTICIPATING IN THE FOLLOWING DOE PROGRAMS:

Better Climate Challenge   Better Plants Challenge   Low Carbon Pilot

As a partner of the Better Buildings Challenge, 3M met its initial goal by improving energy intensity by 25% cumulatively over nine years. The company has set a new goal of improving energy intensity by an additional 30% over ten years. Through the Better Buildings, Better Plants Challenge, 3M will maintain a focus on transparency around a capital set aside for energy efficiency projects and highlight an innovative recognition program that rewards top-performing plants.

3M received a 2021 Better Project Award for implementing a real-time, batteryless steam trap cloud monitoring system that saves 10.6 million pounds of steam per year.

Climate Challenge Commitment
33.1Million Square Feet
Buildings Challenge Commitment
77Facilities
GHG Emissions Goals
50%Reduction by 2030
Progress
Energy Goals
30%Reduction in Energy Intensity
Progress
4%Cumulative (vs. Baseline)
Energy Goals
25%Reduction in Energy Intensity
Progress
Goal Achieved25%Cumulative (vs. Baseline)