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Mars

Mars, Incorporated, commonly known as Mars, is a global leader in the confectionery, pet care, and food industries, headquartered in McLean, Virginia, USA. Founded in 1911, the company has grown significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of iconic brands like M&M's, Snickers, and Pedigree. With a diverse portfolio that includes chocolate, gum, pet food, and nutritious meals, Mars stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company operates in over 80 countries, with major facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. Mars holds a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top players in the confectionery sector. Its dedication to innovation and responsible sourcing has earned it numerous accolades, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the industry.

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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Mars's score of 62 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mars's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Mars, Incorporated reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 29,200,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 781,860,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 402,417,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 28,013,094,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as purchased goods and services (21,266,462,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (4,708,253,070 kg CO2e). Mars has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 27% by 2025 and 67% by 2050, using 2015 as the base year. Specifically, the company targets a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 and aims for a complete elimination of these emissions by 2040. Furthermore, Mars has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. In addition to these targets, Mars has established near-term goals to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 63% and Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030. The company also pledges to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. These initiatives reflect Mars's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage sector.

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1,100
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12,200
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mars's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Mars is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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