Grupo Carso
Grupo Carso, officially known as Grupo Carso S.A.B. de C.V., is a prominent Mexican conglomerate headquartered in Mexico City (MX). Founded in 1980 by the influential businessman Carlos Slim, the company has established a significant presence across various sectors, including retail, industrial manufacturing, and telecommunications. With a diverse portfolio, Grupo Carso operates in key regions throughout Mexico and Latin America, offering unique products and services that cater to a wide range of consumer needs. Notable achievements include its strategic investments in infrastructure and real estate, which have solidified its market position as a leader in the Mexican economy. The company's commitment to innovation and quality continues to drive its success in an ever-evolving marketplace.
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Grupo Carso's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Grupo Carso reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 3,550,728,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1,016,517,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a substantial operational footprint as the company continues to expand its global presence, with total emissions from these scopes reaching about 4,567,245,000 kg CO2e. Looking back to 2017, Grupo Carso's emissions were approximately 396,098,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1,709,282,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 2,105,380,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions over the six-year period, highlighting the challenges of managing carbon output amid growth. To address its environmental impact, Grupo Carso has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and plans to achieve a 30% reduction from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Similarly, it has committed to reducing its Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025, with the same 30% reduction target from the 2020 baseline by 2030. These initiatives reflect Grupo Carso's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to mitigating climate change.
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| 2017 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 396,098,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,709,282,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Grupo Carso is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
