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FEMSA Sustainability Profile

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Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. (commonly known as FEMSA) is a leading Mexican multinational corporation headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico. Established in 1890, FEMSA operates primarily in the beverage and retail sectors, with significant presence across Latin America and the United States. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes Coca-Cola bottling operations, OXXO convenience stores, and logistics services. FEMSA's unique integration of beverage production and retail distribution sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, FEMSA has achieved notable milestones, including its recognition as one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers globally. The company's commitment to sustainability and innovation further solidifies its reputation as a key player in the beverage and retail landscape.

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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Fuel Retail 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

FEMSA's score of 23 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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FEMSA's reported carbon emissions

In 2017, FEMSA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,177,584,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, with an additional 16,227,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, specifically related to business travel. This marked an increase from 2016, when emissions were about 1,050,751,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 and 14,011,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2015, the company recorded emissions of approximately 1,266,732,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, alongside 8,857,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. FEMSA has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is sourced from Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V., and there are no indications of cascaded data from a parent organization. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint, focusing on transparency in its emissions reporting.

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2014201520162017
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Scope 3
8,299,000
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How Carbon Intensive is FEMSA's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. FEMSA's primary industry is Fuel Retail, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is FEMSA's Location?

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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 FEMSA is in MX, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

FEMSA's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

FEMSA's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 16% last year and increased by approximately 96% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2017
Business Travel
100%

FEMSA's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

FEMSA has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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