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Merlin Entertainments

Merlin Entertainments, a leading name in the global attractions industry, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1999, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint, operating over 130 attractions across major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia. Renowned for its diverse portfolio, Merlin's core offerings include theme parks, water parks, and immersive experiences, with notable brands such as LEGOLAND, SEA LIFE, and Madame Tussauds. Merlin Entertainments stands out for its commitment to creating memorable experiences that blend entertainment with education. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of new attractions and expansions into emerging markets. As a market leader, Merlin continues to innovate, solidifying its position as a key player in the leisure and tourism sector.

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How does Merlin Entertainments's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports Services 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Merlin Entertainments's score of 25 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Merlin Entertainments's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Merlin Entertainments reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,448,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 7,527,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,144,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions of about 2,000 kg CO2e related to business travel. This marked a significant reduction from their 2021 emissions of approximately 9,854,000 kg CO2e in the UK. Globally, in 2022, Merlin Entertainments' total emissions were approximately 87,304,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 11,103,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions reaching approximately 72,182,000 kg CO2e. Merlin Entertainments has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. This long-term goal reflects their dedication to reducing their carbon footprint and addressing climate change effectively.

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Scope 1
11,984,000
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Scope 2
63,717,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Merlin Entertainments's primary industry is Recreational, cultural and sporting services (92), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Merlin Entertainments is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Merlin Entertainments is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

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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