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Mars

Mars, Incorporated, commonly known as Mars, is a global leader in the confectionery, pet care, and food industries, headquartered in McLean, Virginia, USA. Founded in 1911, the company has grown significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of iconic brands like M&M's, Snickers, and Pedigree. With a diverse portfolio that includes chocolate, gum, pet food, and nutritious meals, Mars stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company operates in over 80 countries, with major facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. Mars holds a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top players in the confectionery sector. Its dedication to innovation and responsible sourcing has earned it numerous accolades, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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53

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Mars's score of 53 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Mars's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Mars, Incorporated reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 29,200,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 781,860,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 402,417,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 28,013,094,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to significant reductions, with targets set to achieve a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Mars aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. Mars has established a long-term goal of reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes ambitious targets to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2040 and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2050. Furthermore, the company has committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Mars's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its impact on the environment.

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2012201520222023
Scope 1
800
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,100
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
12,200
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mars's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium 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. Mars is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Mars is committed to some 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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