M&C Saatchi, a leading global advertising agency, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates across major regions including Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded in 1995 by Maurice and Charles Saatchi, the agency has established itself as a key player in the marketing and communications industry, known for its innovative approach to brand strategy and creative advertising. Specialising in integrated marketing solutions, M&C Saatchi offers a diverse range of services, including digital marketing, public relations, and media planning. Their unique ability to blend creativity with data-driven insights sets them apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong portfolio of high-profile clients and numerous industry accolades, M&C Saatchi continues to solidify its position as a trailblazer in the advertising sector.
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In 2024, M&C Saatchi reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,760,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 26,760,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown includes 68,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 276,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). In 2023, the company’s emissions were approximately 32,327,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions again being the largest contributor at about 32,327,000 kg CO2e, alongside 105,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 481,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). M&C Saatchi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target is part of their broader commitment to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. Specifically, they aim for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, as well as a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from M&C Saatchi plc, with no data cascaded from a parent organization.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 139,400 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,075,100 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 34,202,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
M&C Saatchi's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 17% last year and decreased by approximately 22% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
M&C Saatchi has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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