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M&C Saatchi Sustainability Profile

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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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98

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

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M&C Saatchi's score of 98 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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M&C Saatchi's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, M&C Saatchi reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,600,000 kg CO2e, comprising 68,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 276,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 26,760,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 32,327,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 105,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 481,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 32,327,000 kg CO2e. M&C Saatchi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. They have established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and business travel by 50% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2040, also from a 2019 base year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect M&C Saatchi's commitment to addressing climate change within the media sector. The organization is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and carbon management.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
139,400
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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

How Carbon Intensive is M&C Saatchi's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. M&C Saatchi's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is M&C Saatchi'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 M&C Saatchi is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

M&C Saatchi's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
75%
Business Travel
14%
Franchises
5%
Employee Commuting
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Investments
<1%

M&C Saatchi'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.

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.

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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